Compassionate Care Assistant - Elderly & Dementia Support

Westmorland and Furness Council; Kendal; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Perk discounts

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for Croftside Residential Home in Milnthorpe. The role offers a permanent contract with available hours of 9, 12 and 18 per week, and an hourly rate of £13.92, increasing to £14.45 after six months with a market supplement.

You will work as part of a friendly, experienced team delivering compassionate care to elderly residents, including those with dementia, and assist with medications, personal care, and promoting residents'

Qualifications

• Demonstrates compassionate care for elderly residents.
• Ability to communicate clearly with residents, families and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a care environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medication administration as required.
• Provide personal care to residents with dignity and respect.
• Encourage and support residents to maintain or regain independence where possible.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Medication support

Job description

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for Croftside Residential Home in Milnthorpe. The role offers a permanent contract with available hours of 9, 12 and 18 per week, and an hourly rate of £13.92, increasing to £14.45 after six months with a market supplement.

You will work as part of a friendly, experienced team delivering compassionate care to elderly residents, including those with dementia, and assist with medications, personal care, and promoting residents'