Care Assistant - Dementia

The Royal British Legion; Broadstairs; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Pension contributions 6%–14%

Overtime & night rateings

Flexible hours

Reduced cost meals

Free on-site parking

Free enhanced DBS check

Uniform provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive retailer discounts

Learning and development courses

Job summary

The Royal British Legion is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant in the Dementia unit. This is a full-time role working 36 hours per week on day shifts, with a rota covering seven days. DBS clearance and legal right to work in the UK are required.

We offer extensive employee benefits and a supportive environment for veterans and their families, with opportunities for professional development and flexible working where possible.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily routines of residents
• Ensure residents' comfort and dignity at all times
• Support with mobility, nutrition, and medication as needed
• Create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Dignity

Effective communication

Job description

We’re seeking a compassionate Care Assistant committed to delivering personalised care with empathy, dignity, and genuine kindness to each of our residents.

This Care Assistant role is full time, consisting of 36 hours per week on day shifts. The position requires flexibility to work a rota covering 7 days a week and is located in the Dementia unit.

Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Assist with personal care and daily routines of residents
• Ensure residents' comfort and dignity at all times
• Support with mobility, nutrition, and medication as needed
• Create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals

As a Care Assistant, you will have outstanding people skills, a friendly and positive attitude. We will provide the necessary support and training you need to thrive. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

The Royal British Legion operates six care homes across the UK, dedicated to providing exceptional residential, nursing, and dementia care to veterans and their families.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Employee benefits include:

• 22 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
• Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14% depending on length of service
• Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
• Flexible hours to suit your needs
• Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
• Free on-site parking
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Uniform provided at no cost
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
• Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives

For more detailed information about the role, please see the job description attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.

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About Us

Since 1921, the Royal British Legion has been dedicated to supporting members of the Armed Forces community, and we will continue to be there for as long as we are needed, ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten.

As the UK's largest Armed Forces charity, we are proud to have over 180,000 members, 110,000 volunteers, 1,900 employees, and a wide network of partners and charities working together to provide lifelong support, whatever the need and whenever it is required.

We are committed to supporting our people through flexible and hybrid working where possible, a strong focus on wellbeing, and opportunities to develop skills and grow careers while making a meaningful impact.

Visit our Careers Page to discover more about the Royal British Legion, including our departments, employee benefits, values, candidate guidance, and the strategy that underpins our work and impact.

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