29/07/2025
Care Assistant – Edinburgh
Full-Time, Permanent | £25,998.96 per annum
Employer: Lothian Trading Services Ltd
Are you looking for a rewarding role in the care sector?
Lothian Trading Services Ltd is currently recruiting full-time Care Assistants to join our Care at Home Service in Edinburgh.
Our service enables individuals to live safely and independently in their own homes, helping to reduce the need for hospital admissions or long-term residential care. We are looking for compassionate, empathetic, and reliable individuals who are committed to making a real difference in people’s lives.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred personal care and domestic support.
• Provide assistance with daily living activities, including medication support (as per care plans).
• Maintain reliability and consistency in care delivery.
• Be responsive by phone and flexible with shift patterns.
• Report any concerns regarding a service user’s wellbeing to management promptly.
• Attend mandatory training, supervision, and appraisal sessions.
• Follow all organisational policies and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous service improvement.
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Essential Requirements:
• SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (e.g., Nurse Aide Level 2/3).
• Minimum of 3 months’ experience in a similar care role.
• Full, valid UK driving licence – this is a mobile role.
• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of person-centred and outcome-based care.
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Reporting To:
• Services Manager
• Care Coordinator
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Benefits:
• Annual Salary: £25,998.96
• Working Hours: 39 hours per week
• Shift Pattern: 07:00–22:00 (2-hour break between 14:00–16:00)
• Time Off: Every second weekend off
• Annual Leave: 28 days
• Living Wage Employer
• Pension Scheme with employer contributions (opt-out available)
• Uniform Provided: Two T-shirts and one fleece jacket
• Ongoing training and professional development support
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Pre-employment Requirements:
• Successful SSSC registration
• Completion of PVG Disclosure Scotland check
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Apply Now:
https://lothiantradingservices.net/local-recruitment/
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Contact Us:
Lothian Trading Services Ltd
30 Ashley Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 1RE
📞 0131 313 2003
Join our dedicated team and make a difference every day.
Lothian Trading Services is a regulated care and support provider registered by the Care Inspectorate. We provide different care services to older people, people with physical learning disabilities and people with mental health support needs living in their own homes.
