Senior Care Assistant

Care and Support - Boclair Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £13.60 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 36 - 48

This luxurious, private care facility is situated in the affluent suburb of Glasgow. The care home offers elegant accommodation for up to 80-residents along with outstanding Residential, Dementia, Nursing & Respite care.

Lead with heart. Care with purpose.

Nestled in the affluent suburb of Bearsden, Boclair Care Home is a luxurious, private care facility offering elegant accommodation for up to 80 residents. Specialising in outstanding Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite care, our home is more than just a place to live it’s a place to feel valued, safe, and truly cared for.

We are now looking for a compassionate and confident Senior Care Assistant to join our team and play a vital role in supporting both our residents and our care team.

What we offer: 

• £13.60 per hour
• 36 to 48 hours on days
• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid PVG
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

Your Role: Making a Difference Every Day
As Senior Care Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of what we do ensuring high standards of care, supporting your colleagues, and bringing positivity and purpose to each shift.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead and coordinate shifts, acting as a role model to your team and ensuring residents receive the best possible care
• Support residents with personal care needs such as dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility while always respecting their dignity and independence
• Administer and manage medication, keeping accurate records and following safety protocols
• Write and update care plans, ensuring they reflect residents’ evolving needs and preferences
• Promote a supportive team culture, fostering open communication, collaboration, and inclusivity
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and your colleagues
• Respond to emergency call bells, assess situations swiftly and calmly, and take appropriate action
• Welcome visitors and offer tours to prospective residents and their families
• Uphold high standards of health, safety, and infection control, ensuring compliance with relevant policies

What We’re Looking For

• SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or actively working towards it)
• Medication administration training with practical competencies
• Leadership skills someone who can inspire others and lead with confidence, empathy, and accountability
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• A naturally kind, caring, and compassionate nature with a sense of fun and a commitment to person-centred care

About us:
You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:
Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you live by these principles and want to work somewhere where you can belong, grow, and truly make a difference this could be the perfect place for you.

Apply today and help us create a home where care comes from the heart.