Care Assistant (Bank)

Bank Care Assistant: Various Care Homes

Flexible hours. Work across our homes, or choose the one that suits you best.

Please note: Due to restrictions on the number of Certificates of Sponsorship we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.

At Keane Premier Healthcare, we know that our Care Assistants make a real difference every day. We are looking for caring, compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our bank team, supporting the people we support to live with dignity, choice and independence.

As a Bank Care Assistant, you choose when and where you work. It’s ideal if you’re looking for extra hours, need to fit work around other commitments, or want to gain experience in different care settings.

Our care homes

• Ashton Grange and Greyfriars: Mount Vernon, Glasgow
• Duncraggan: Burnside, Rutherglen
• Dunvegan Lodge: Cambuslang
• Georgia Park: Cambuslang
• Ryan Meadows: East Kilbride

You can pick up shifts across all six homes, or work in the one that’s most convenient for you. Please let us know your preference when you apply.

Whether you’re experienced in care or looking to start a rewarding career, we’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

What do you get in return for your compassion and commitment?

At Keane, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others. Here’s what we offer to support your wellbeing and development:

• Flexible shifts that fit around your life, at the homes that suit you.
• Early access to a portion of your earnings with Stream.
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 support through the Wisdom App, including health checks, wellbeing tools, legal advice and much more.
• Up to six free confidential counselling sessions by telephone, online or face to face.
• Bright Exchange discounts through the Wisdom App, giving access to exclusive offers across a wide range of products and services.
• Blue Light Card discounts.
• Free mortgage consultation with McCusker Mortgage Solutions.
• Comprehensive induction, paid shadowing and ongoing training to support your confidence and success from day one.
• Paid annual leave, accrued on the hours you work.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and continued professional development, including the chance to move into permanent roles.

Benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or withdrawn at any time.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice and independence.
• Support the people we support with personal care, including hygiene, dressing, nutrition, mobility and daily living activities.
• Encourage the people we support to remain as independent as possible and take part in meaningful activities and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with the people we support, their families and colleagues, providing companionship and emotional support.
• Monitor the health and wellbeing of the people we support and promptly report any concerns or changes to an appropriate senior colleague.
• Maintain accurate care records and complete required documentation, including food and fluid charts and other daily records.
• Respond promptly to call systems and provide support in a caring and professional manner.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Follow infection prevention and control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment throughout the service.
• Adapt quickly to different homes and teams, following each home’s routines and care plans.

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and settle quickly into different teams.
• A commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Willingness to undertake training and continue developing your skills.
• Availability to pick up a range of shifts, which may include days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Previous experience in care or an SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

This role requires PVG Scheme membership (or willingness to obtain), SSSC registration (or willingness to obtain) and satisfactory references in line with Safer Recruitment guidance.