Posted 10 November 2026St Andrew's Nursing Home

Healthcare Assistant

St Andrew's Nursing Home
Scottish Borders

Job details

  • Salary£13.45 per hour
  • RoleCarer / Care Assistant / Care Support Worker
  • HoursTemporary / Cover
  • LocationHawick, Scottish Borders
  • Job Referencecarehome.co.uk

Job Summary

St. Andrew's – Healthcare Assistant (Bank)

We Are Hiring! Join Our Team at St. Andrew's

St. Andrew's is looking for compassionate, caring and reliable Healthcare Assistants to join our team on a bank basis. The successful candidates will provide high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents with their daily needs while promoting their dignity, independence and wellbeing.

Position Details

  • Job Title: Healthcare Assistant (Bank)

  • Location: St. Andrew's

  • Hours: Bank Hours

  • Pay: £13.45 per hour

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care and support with daily living activities.

  • Assist residents with washing, dressing, grooming and mobility.

  • Support residents with eating, drinking and maintaining good nutrition.

  • Promote residents' dignity, privacy and independence.

  • Build positive relationships with residents and their families.

  • Monitor residents' wellbeing and report any changes or concerns.

  • Follow individual care plans and maintain accurate care records.

  • Encourage residents to participate in social activities.

  • Follow safeguarding, infection control and health and safety procedures.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.

If you are passionate about caring for others and making a positive difference in residents' lives, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and become part of the St. Andrew's team!

Skills / Qualifications

  • Compassionate and patient.
  • Friendly and approachable.
  • Reliable and responsible.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Respectful of privacy and confidentiality.
  • Flexible and adaptable.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
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