Care Assistant- Scottish Islands
CV-LibraryNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and WearcontractPosted: 25 August 2026
Apply NowAre you an experienced, compassionate support worker ready for an exciting change of scenery? Join Randstad's dedicated team providing vital care across the stunning Scottish Islands.
About the Role We have flexible opportunities across community care, care-at-home, and residential care settings. You will support individuals with diverse needs-including elderly care, dementia, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and challenging behavior-helping them maintain their independence, dignity, and well being.
Key Duties: Assisting with daily tasks, meal preparation, medication administration, moving and handling, and general domiciliary support while building meaningful relationships with service users.
Placement Details: Minimum 12-week commitment (with frequent extension options). Accommodation is fully provided while on placement.
Explore on Your Off-Days: Enjoy living in and exploring some of the most breathtaking island landscapes in the UK.
Requirements
Minimum 1 year of UK care experience (residential or community-based).
Up-to-date training in Moving & Handling and Medication Administration.
Strong communication, teamwork, and self-reliance skills.
Full UK Driving License and access to a vehicle (essential due to remote locations).
Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).
What We Offer
Competitive pay rates with weekly pay
Free accommodation while on island placement
Paid PVG updates and SSSC endorsement support
Access to free eLearning and continuous professional development
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing
About the Role We have flexible opportunities across community care, care-at-home, and residential care settings. You will support individuals with diverse needs-including elderly care, dementia, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and challenging behavior-helping them maintain their independence, dignity, and well being.
Key Duties: Assisting with daily tasks, meal preparation, medication administration, moving and handling, and general domiciliary support while building meaningful relationships with service users.
Placement Details: Minimum 12-week commitment (with frequent extension options). Accommodation is fully provided while on placement.
Explore on Your Off-Days: Enjoy living in and exploring some of the most breathtaking island landscapes in the UK.
Requirements
Minimum 1 year of UK care experience (residential or community-based).
Up-to-date training in Moving & Handling and Medication Administration.
Strong communication, teamwork, and self-reliance skills.
Full UK Driving License and access to a vehicle (essential due to remote locations).
Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).
What We Offer
Competitive pay rates with weekly pay
Free accommodation while on island placement
Paid PVG updates and SSSC endorsement support
Access to free eLearning and continuous professional development
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing