Healthcare Assitant - Benholm Care Home

Benholm is a welcoming care home in Forfar, Angus, providing residential, nursing and dementia care in a well-established setting. Located on Glamis Road, the home is easily accessible from Forfar and the surrounding Angus area, with local amenities and transport links nearby. Benholm offers a supportive working environment where team members build meaningful relationships with residents, colleagues and loved ones.

 

• Job Details

  Location - Benholm, Forfar, Scotland

  Hours available - 33 & 22 per week

  Hourly rate - £13.45 per hour

  Contract Type: Permanent

  Shift Pattern: Days

• Benefits

  • Paid PVG

  • Free hot meals whilst on shift

  • Refer a Friend Scheme

  • On-site parking

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Full training provided

  • Career development opportunities

  • Internal Agency opportunities

• Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing.

  • Support residents with personal care and daily living activities, including washing, dressing, mobility, nutrition, hydration and continence care.

  • Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and agreed support outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.

  • Observe and report changes in residents' wellbeing, escalating concerns appropriately to senior team members or nurses.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records, daily notes and documentation.

  • Promote safeguarding and Adult Support and Protection responsibilities by recognising and reporting concerns in line with company procedures.

  • Follow infection prevention and control, health and safety, and moving and handling procedures at all times.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, visiting professionals and loved ones to provide the highest standard of care and support.

  • Encourage residents to participate in meaningful activities and maintain connections that support their wellbeing and quality of life.

  • Contribute to a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents, visitors and team members.

• What We're Looking For

  A caring and compassionate approach

  Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  Commitment to delivering high-quality person-centred care

  Reliability and a positive attitude

  Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential

  Willingness to complete training and ongoing development

Interested in joining the team at Benholm Care Home? We'd love to hear from you.