Job Description

Position: Care Assistant
Location: Edinburgh and surrounding areas
Start Date: October / November 2025
Application Email: cv@care-assistant.co.uk

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About Us

At Care Assistant - Compassionate Care at Home, we provide warm, professional, and reliable companionship and support for individuals of all ages. Our goal is to bring comfort, dignity, and peace of mind to those we care for, while supporting their families with trust and reliability.

We do not provide medical or personal care services - our focus is on companionship and wellbeing.

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What We Do

Our services include:

Companionship, conversation & company

Light walks & gentle activities

Reading, memory games, and mental stimulation

Support with daily routines & check-ins

Scheduling assistance and friendly reminders

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ho We Are Looking For

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team who:

Have a background in psychology, social care, animation, or related fields

Have experience working with people of all ages and life stages

Are patient, empathetic, and genuinely enjoy spending time with others

Can provide structured and engaging activities that support emotional and cognitive wellbeing

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Requirements

Previous experience in a supportive or care role

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently and responsibly

Respect for confidentiality and professionalism

Must be legally entitled to work in the UK

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Start Date

Roles available starting October or November 2025

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How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our compassionate team, please send your CV to:

v@care-assistant.co.uk

mportant Notice:

We reserve the right to choose selected candidates.

Please do not call - we do not accept telephone applications.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: 12.21-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 - 40 per week

Application question(s):

Have you read all information about this job advert and recruitment?
Experience:

Social work: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: On the road