We do Care, because we really do care, for
both those we care for and our staff team…

CURRENT JOBS:

Job Title: Home Care/Personal Care Assistant

Location: East Renfrewshire and Glasgow Southside
Company: Peoples Care Solutions Ltd by Christina’s Home Care
Salary: £12.15 per hour + 45p per mile duty mileage
Job Type: Full-time and Part-time positions available
Sponsorship: Not available for overseas applicants
Driver Requirements: Car drivers with access to their own vehicle are essential

WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP. APPLICATIONS FROM THOSE REQUIRING SPONSORSHIP CANNOT BE CONSIDERED.

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: ARE YOU SEEKING A CAREER CHANGE?

FLEXIBLE WORKING: SUITABLE FOR THOSE STUDYING AT COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY

 

ABOUT US:

Peoples Care Solutions Ltd by Christina’s Home Care has over 22 years of experience in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. We are committed to supporting our clients with compassion and dedication, helping them to live independently with dignity and respect. We are currently seeking caring and enthusiastic Home Care/Personal Care Assistants to join our dedicated team.

Role Overview:

As a Home Care/Personal Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing essential care and support to individuals in East Renfrewshire and Glasgow Southside. This role involves assisting with personal care, mobility, nutrition, skin care, and medication management, all tailored to the individual needs of each client. Immediate start dates are available for successful applicants.

Key Responsibilities

  • Personal Care: Assist clients with daily activities such as medication, bathing, continence support , mobility, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation, ensuring their comfort, safety and dignity at all times.
  • Support & Companionship: Engage with clients through social interaction and emotional support, promoting their overall well-being.
  • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of care provided, including any changes in the client’s condition or medication.
  • Collaboration: Work effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care.
  • Health & Safety: Follow all health, safety, and infection control guidelines to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Passion for Care: A genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of older people with or without previous experience in care
  • Skills: Strong communication and listening skills, patience, and the ability to manage time effectively
  • Driver’s Licence: A UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential
  • Disclosure & Registration: Willingness to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check and register with the SSSC
  • Availability: Full time staff should be available to work core hours between 7:30 AM – 1:15 PM and 3:45 PM – 9:15 PM, including every second weekend

What We Offer

  • Flexible Hours: Full-time and part-time positions with opportunities for additional hours
  • Competitive Pay: £12.15 per hour with enhanced rates for public holidays. In addition, Pro rata 28 days paid holiday per year
  • Mileage Reimbursement: 45p per mile duty mileage
  • Benefits: 28 days holiday pay (pro rata), uniform and PPE provided, access to the Blue Card discount scheme
  • Training & Development: Comprehensive paid induction and training, with opportunities for funded career progression including SVQ2 and SVQ3
  • Wellbeing Support: Access to Care First, a confidential wellbeing support service available 24/7
  • Pension: Auto-enrolment in the pension scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.15 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 35 per week

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Sick pay
  • Store discount

IS THIS OPPORTUNITY IS FOR YOU PLEASE APPLY WITHOUT DELAY

 

There are opportunities to join Christina’s Home Care’s close-knit team of quality care givers. Applicants must adhere to our core values, be well organised, have high personal standards and be genuine team players, personable and first class communicators, be compassionate and patient in nature and be utterly reliable.

How to Apply:

Either complete and send the online application form below, or print off an application and send it to us by email or post:

“I can’t thank you all enough for the support and flexibility you have shown me whilst working with you. It really has been the loveliest job I’ve ever had. A pity I am relocating to Girvan.”

“I would like to thank PCS for everything you have done for me over the last 2 years. I have gained a lot of experience as well as qualifications whilst working for
the company, and for that I will be eternally grateful. I feel you are a good company to work for and listen to what we say.”

“I am well supported by everyone.”

“I’m very grateful for the professional opportunities I have had while working for PCS. It is a great organisation to work for, and it was wonderful to be part of such a team and company, caring for older people.”

“I became a carer as I was paid off in my other job. I had never done care before and the outcome from the start has been amazing. I love the role very much.”