Care Assistant (Day)

Care Assistant (Day) – Wallace View Care Home (Stirling)

• Position: Care Assistant (Day) – VA013488-2

• Partner Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

• Client: Maria Mallaband Care Group (MMCG)

• Salary: £13.55 - £13.85 per hour

• Hours: Permanent, Full-time (Day Shifts)

• Location: Stirling, Central Scotland (FK9 5GF)

• Visa Sponsorship: Please note, we are only able to accept applicants who already possess the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance of the care home.

Introduction

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we believe that exceptional day-to-day care has the power to transform lives. We are proud to partner with Maria Mallaband Care Group, one of the UK’s largest and most respected independent care providers, to recruit a dedicated, full-time Day Care Assistant for the warm and welcoming Wallace View Care Home in Stirling.

Wallace View prides itself on creating a true "home-from-home" atmosphere where comfort, individuality, and companionship are celebrated. As a Care Assistant on the day team, you will be the friendly face and supportive presence helping our residents start and enjoy their days with dignity and happiness. Whether you have years of experience or are looking to start a fulfilling new chapter in social care, we provide the full training and support you need to succeed.

About the Role

As a Day Care Assistant, you will be right at the heart of our residents' daily lives. Your role goes far beyond simple routine tasks; you will focus on nurturing overall wellbeing, fostering independence, and bringing joy to every day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compassionate Care & Daily Living: Assist residents with personal routines such as bathing, dressing, hygiene, and dining with the utmost kindness, respect, and dignity.

• Building Deep Connections: Spend time listening to residents, learning their unique stories, and building trusting, warm relationships that offer true companionship.

• Personalised Care Plans: Follow and contribute to individualized care plans, ensuring each resident’s personal preferences, wishes, and healthcare requirements are fully met.

• Supporting Independence: Cheerfully encourage residents to stay active and make their own choices, helping them preserve their confidence and self-esteem.

• Fostering a Joyful Atmosphere: Work with the wider team to keep the communal lounges and private rooms safe, clean, welcoming, and full of positive energy.

What You Will Need to Succeed

We hire for heart and train for technical skills. We welcome applications from experienced care workers, social workers, healthcare professionals, or career changers.

• Attributes:

  • Passionate about providing outstanding care and making a difference in the lives of older adults.

  • Exceptionally patient, empathetic, and friendly.

  • A reliable team player with an organized approach to daily tasks.

• Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills to connect with residents, families, and colleagues.

  • Adaptability to manage the daily flow of a vibrant, busy care home.

• Compliance:

  • Willingness to undergo an enhanced criminal record check (fully funded by the employer).

What’s in it for You?

Maria Mallaband Care Group is committed to supporting its team members with a highly competitive pay rate and an industry-leading benefits package:

• Healthcare Protection: Simply Health company-funded scheme (providing cashback for dental, optical, and prescription costs, plus 24/7 virtual GP access for you and up to four children).*

• Instant Pay: Retrieve your earned wages prior to payday via the Early Pay platform with PayWise+.

• Lifestyle Perks & Dining: Access to a premium discount platform for savings across major retail, leisure, and hospitality outlets, plus an exclusive Tastecard membership (up to 50% off dining out).

• Financial Protection: Nest Pension Scheme and heavily subsidized BHSF sick pay insurance (with premiums starting as low as £5 per month).

• Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay structures.

• Career Development: Fully supported training, apprentice opportunities, and clear career pathways (including routes to progress to a Nurse Associate).

• Wellbeing & Fitness: Full Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), active mental health support, and discounted gym memberships.

*Simply Health benefits require successful completion of a 12-week probationary period.

**Cycle to work scheme is subject to deductions not taking your hourly rate below the National Living Wage.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

Maria Mallaband Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a free, fully-funded Enhanced Disclosure (such as a PVG check in Scotland) to ensure safety and compliance.