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Senior Care Assistant (Respite & Response)
Senior Care Assistant – Ayrshire Hospice Community Team
Job Summary
A rewarding opportunity has arisen within the Ayrshire Hospice community team. We are seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our team, delivering exceptional palliative care to patients living with life-limiting illnesses across Ayrshire and Arran.
Within the Respite and Response team, the successful applicant will provide personal care and planned respites directly in patients' homes. Our mission is rooted in our hospice values: inclusion, kindness, honesty, and compassion, ensuring both patients and staff receive the support they need.
The team—comprising Senior Care Assistants, Palliative Care Nurses, and Specialist Nurses—collaborates to tailor care to individual needs. While palliative care experience is advantageous, we welcome applicants with a willingness to undertake additional training within the role.
Key Requirement: A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this position.
Hours
- 28 hours per week
- Primarily daytime weekday shifts (10.5 hours)
- Weekend shifts (7.5 hours)
New recruits will receive mentorship and team support to thrive in this role.
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As a Senior Care Assistant within the Respite and Response Team, you will provide person-centred, holistic care directly in patients' homes.Your responsibilities will include:
- Practical nursing support and emotional, social, and psychological care for individuals with specialist palliative care needs
- Supporting patients, families, and carers with sensitivity and expertise
- Collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team to deliver evidence-based specialist palliative care
- Rotating across hospice departments to broaden knowledge of patient care pathways
- Coaching less experienced team members by modelling clinical leadership
- Educating health and social care professionals in community and hospital settings
The team operates under the guidance of the Lead Practitioner for Community Nursing, with mentorship from the Specialist Nursing team to ensure continuity of care.
Main Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality palliative care independently in the community, supporting Specialist Palliative Care Nurses (SPCN) as needed
- Work alongside multi-disciplinary hospice teams and primary care professionals to enhance care coordination
- Follow a person-centred approach to tailor support to individual needs
- Participate in regular team meetings, reflecting on patient pathway journeys
- Retrieve for continuous professional development through team-based learning
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Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Education/Qualifications
- SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
Knowledge/Experience
- Caring role experience (formal or informal)
Skills & Personal Qualities
- Excellent personal care standards with an evidence-based approach
- Strong communication skills, particularly in high-stakes situations
- Ability to manage distress from patients and families professionally
- Teamwork skills—working independently and collaboratively
- Hospice values: honesty, kindness, compassion, and inclusion
- Commitment to supporting care in the community
Desirable Traits
- Experience in palliative care
- A desire to pursue further education within healthcare
Licensing
- Full, valid driving licence required (with access to a personal vehicle)
Interview Details
📅 Date: July 22nd, 2026 📍 Location: The Ayrshire Hospice, 35–37 Racecourse Road, Ayr, KA7 2TG
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