Care Worker - Full and Part Time

Job description

Job OverviewAs a Care Worker in our care home, you will play a key role in supporting older people to live safely, comfortably and with dignity each day. Working as part of a supportive team, you will provide practical care and reassurance while helping create a calm and welcoming environment for the people who live here.

What your day will look like

Supporting residents with personal and intimate care in a respectful and dignified way

Acting as a key worker for named residents and contributing to care plans

Encouraging physical activity, independence and social engagement

Supporting residents with meals, hydration and nutrition

Maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable environment

Completing daily records and reports accurately

Working alongside colleagues, health professionals and families

Working on a rota that includes weekends

About youYou will bring patience, empathy and a genuine commitment to supporting older people to live well. You will understand the importance of building trusting relationships and delivering person‐centred care that respects dignity and independence.

Requirements

Experience in care is helpful but not essential; full training and support will be provided.

Basic IT skills are required for recording information and completing training.

Willingness to work towards an SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care if not already held.

Must be a member of the PVG Scheme and registered with the SSSC, or willing to join and register.

Christian faith required; must be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos.

Right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

What you will gain

Full induction and training

Funded SVQ Level 3 qualification where required

Access to health cash plan and wellbeing support

Staff discounts including Blue Light Card and Perkbox

Life assurance

Opportunities for development and career progression

EEO StatementWe are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace and to attracting, retaining, and developing the very best people to build a talent team. We appreciate and value unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities.

ContactFor queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Scalloway

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English