Location
Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland
Type
Full-time or Part-time
Salary (£)
£12.21 per hour – Living Wage Employer
About Gentle Hands Healthcare Ltd
At Gentle Hands Healthcare Ltd, they’re not just offering jobs—they’re offering purpose. Rooted in values of compassion, dignity, and human connection, they support vulnerable individuals across the Fife area to live more independently in the place they know best: their home. With a name like Gentle Hands, it’s no surprise that kindness and empathy are at the heart of what they do.
Whether you’re looking for a career change or just want your next move to be more meaningful, this could be your calling.
Job details
Benefits
- Living Wage Employer – earn £12.21 per hour
- Visa sponsorship available – Skilled Worker route
- Flexible working hours – choose from full-time or part-time shifts
- Employee Assistance Programme – get 24/7 support for mental health, legal, and financial advice
- Career development support – funded training and clear progression paths
- Genuine recognition – they reward quality care, not just clocked hours
Requirements
- A kind, respectful attitude with a passion for person-centred care
- Female applicants only, in line with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- English fluency
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends
- Basic experience in care (preferred but not essential)
- Valid PVG or willingness to obtain
- GCSE or equivalent education (preferred)
Salary Details
They’re offering a solid £12.21 per hour, with the assurance of being a Living Wage Employer—meaning your hard work is valued and fairly rewarded.
About the Role
This is one of those roles that actually makes a difference. As a female Care Assistant in Fife, you’ll be helping people stay safe, clean, and happy in their own homes. The work’s personal, hands-on, and deeply rewarding.
You’ll be part of a supportive team environment that sees you, hears you, and backs you. From community visits to intimate care tasks, you’ll bring not just help, but companionship and dignity into someone’s day. This is about impactful work, not just clocking in and out.
Key Responsibilities
- Support clients with personal care like bathing and dressing
- Encourage confidence and independence
- Help with daily tasks and domestic support
- Be a kind presence—offering emotional support and genuine companionship
- Ensure clients are safe, heard, and treated with dignity
- Assist in community engagement and mobility
- Communicate with warmth, clarity, and purpose
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
A valid PVG check will be required for this role. Applicants without one must be willing to undergo the process as part of recruitment.
Certificate of Sponsorship
This job is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you are a non-UK national interested in applying, you will need to meet the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Gentle Hands Healthcare Ltd is committed to equality and inclusion. This role is open to female applicants only due to the personal care needs of clients, in line with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Gentle Hands Healthcare Ltd
- Address: Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Contact: Available upon successful application
Reference Number
Careassistant1
How To Apply
Keen to get started right away? Apply now and start making an impact in someone’s life—while building the career you’ve been waiting for.
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