Relief Care Assistant

3 weeks ago


North Ayrshire Council, United Kingdom Cornerstone Full time

Are you seeking a fulfilling and adaptable role where you can positively impact the lives of others? Your search ends here with an excellent opportunity to join our team.

Our relief workforce is expanding, and we have openings available for relief positions. The beauty of these contracts lies in their flexibility; you have the autonomy to specify your availability, and we will strive to align shifts with your schedule.

Position Overview

As a relief team member, you will be essential in maintaining our high standards of care and support during staff training, vacations, and unforeseen absences.

Your primary responsibility will be to assist individuals with disabilities and/or additional support needs in various aspects of their daily lives, including shopping, financial management, cooking, household chores, and personal care. The individuals we support also have diverse interests, so you may find yourself engaging in activities such as arts and crafts, gardening, attending movies, dining out, swimming, dancing, and enjoying nature walks.

What We Require:

A nurturing and empathetic demeanor Strong listening abilities Excellent communication skills A proactive attitude towards learning Proficiency in computer usage

Previous experience in care is not a prerequisite for joining our team, as we prioritize values and transferable skills. Comprehensive training will be provided to equip you with the practical knowledge necessary for this role. We will compensate you for your training and even cover the costs of your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification.

Shift Requirements

We offer continuous support around the clock, seven days a week, which means our shift patterns may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays, sleepovers, and/or waking nights.

Interested in learning more? We look forward to your application and are eager to connect with you.

Candidates selected for this role will need to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and commit to pursuing an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with assistance from our Training Academy.

Upon successful entry into our team, you will be required to register with the SSSC within six months of commencing your employment.

Cornerstone encourages applications from all community sectors and actively seeks to enhance the diversity of our workforce.



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