Compassionate Care Assistant – Make a Daily Impact

Highgate Care; Louth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly, supportive workplace

Training and career progression

Meaningful impact in residents' lives

Close-knit team

Job summary

Highgate Care is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for The Elms in Louth. Join a small, people‑focused team where every resident is valued and supported to thrive in a respectful, dignified environment.

You’ll deliver warm, person‑centred care, assist with daily living, and help residents enjoy meaningful activities. The role is permanent, full‑time, with a pay rate of £13.29 per hour and opportunities for training and progression within the home.

Qualifications

• Warm, approachable and positive attitude.
• Organised, reliable and a team player.
• Creative, enthusiastic and able to motivate others.
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people.
• Able to work some evenings and weekends.
• Previous care experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with washing, toileting, dressing and daily living.
• Support residents' physical, emotional and spiritual needs while preserving dignity.
• Assist residents with limited mobility and use of aids.
• Monitor residents who are confused or have behavioural issues.
• Support continence and end-of-life care when needed.
• Maintain care plans and complete daily records.
• Engage residents in activities and social events.
• Answer nurse call system and respond to messages.
• Report wellbeing to senior care staff.
• Make visitors feel welcome and provide refreshments.
• Make/change beds and keep rooms clean.
• Maintain and clean equipment used by residents and relatives.
• Record participation and feedback.

Skills

Warm personality

Organised

Team player

Creative

Motivates others

Passionate about elderly

Flexible schedule

Job description

Highgate Care is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for The Elms in Louth. Join a small, people‑focused team where every resident is valued and supported to thrive in a respectful, dignified environment.

You’ll deliver warm, person‑centred care, assist with daily living, and help residents enjoy meaningful activities. The role is permanent, full‑time, with a pay rate of £13.29 per hour and opportunities for training and progression within the home.