Compassionate Care Assistant - Personal Support & Dignity

Care Dorset; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Occupational sick pay from day one

Blue Light discount package

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Care Dorset Ltd is seeking a Care Assistant to support adults across a range of settings. You will perform personal care duties, assist with daily living tasks and help maintain client dignity in a respectful environment.

The role includes manual handling, hoisting, and compliance with health and safety standards. A rota may include early/late shifts and alternate weekends, with opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care or care settings preferred.
• Ability to perform personal care tasks with dignity and respect.
• Willingness to comply with health and safety requirements including manual handling and infection control.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care duties as required.
• Undertake domestic tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
• Support clients in a way that maintains dignity and privacy.
• Maintain essential client records with brief written notes.
• Comply with health and safety requirements related to manual handling and hoisting.

Skills

Personal care

Manual handling

Infection control

Record keeping

Health & safety

Team player

Job description

Care Dorset Ltd is seeking a Care Assistant to support adults across a range of settings. You will perform personal care duties, assist with daily living tasks and help maintain client dignity in a respectful environment.

The role includes manual handling, hoisting, and compliance with health and safety standards. A rota may include early/late shifts and alternate weekends, with opportunities for training and development.