Compassionate Care Assistant for Elderly Residents

4 days ago


Leyland, Lancashire, United Kingdom Dovehaven Care Homes Full time
Job Overview

We are looking for a skilled and empathetic Care Assistant to join our team at Dovehaven Care Homes. As a key member of our care team, you will contribute to delivering exceptional care and support to our elderly residents.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver personalized care and support to residents, promoting their independence and wellbeing
  • Conduct regular assessments and reviews to ensure residents' needs are met
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans
  • Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, enhancing their quality of life
About the Ideal Candidate

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

  • A genuine passion for delivering high-quality care and making a positive difference in residents' lives
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with residents and colleagues
  • A patient, kind, and understanding approach, with a strong commitment to respecting residents' dignity and autonomy
Salary and Benefits

Dovehaven Care Homes offers a competitive salary of £22,000-£28,000 per annum, depending on experience. Additional benefits include:

  • An 'Earn While You Learn' scheme, enabling you to complete a Diploma (NVQ) while working with us
  • Reimbursed DBS cost and free uniform
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities, supporting your career progression


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