Compassionate Care Assistant for Learning Disabilities

Moray Council; Elgin; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Moray Council is recruiting a Care Assistant for Day Services to support service users with varied needs. You will provide care, guidance, and activities to help individuals reach their full potential in a respectful, compassionate environment.

The role requires patience with communication challenges and a willingness to participate in moving and handling activities. PVG scheme checks are required, with salary pro rata and a typical 32.25-hour week.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with learning disability individuals is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support general and personal care in a day service setting.
• Be respectful when dealing with personal care requirements.
• Be patient and understanding of communication difficulties and repetitive behaviour.
• Moving and handling may be required; training will be provided.
• Help service users maintain or improve cognitive and mobility skills.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Compassionate

Enthusiastic

Job description

Moray Council is recruiting a Care Assistant for Day Services to support service users with varied needs. You will provide care, guidance, and activities to help individuals reach their full potential in a respectful, compassionate environment.

The role requires patience with communication challenges and a willingness to participate in moving and handling activities. PVG scheme checks are required, with salary pro rata and a typical 32.25-hour week.