Dementia Care Assistant - Flexible Hours & Training

The Royal British Legion; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days' holiday + bank holidays

Pension contributions (6-14%)

Night, bank holiday and overtime rates

Flexible hours

On-site parking

Free enhanced DBS check

Uniform provided

Job summary

The Royal British Legion in the United Kingdom is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to provide personalised care with empathy, dignity, and kindness to residents in the Dementia unit. The role is full time, 36 hours per week on day shifts, with a rota across seven days.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available. You will be supported with training, enhanced DBS, and access to employee benefits as part of our charity's generous care mission.

Qualifications

• Compassionate care and empathy for residents.
• Outstanding people skills and friendly attitude.
• Ability to work in a dementia care environment.

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
• Maintain accurate care records
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals

Skills

People skills

Empathy

Job description

The Royal British Legion in the United Kingdom is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to provide personalised care with empathy, dignity, and kindness to residents in the Dementia unit. The role is full time, 36 hours per week on day shifts, with a rota across seven days.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available. You will be supported with training, enhanced DBS, and access to employee benefits as part of our charity's generous care mission.