Care Assistant (Days) - 28h/Week, Dementia Support

MHA; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free DBS checks

Counselling support

Flexible leave options

Discounts & perks

Career progression

Long service awards

Life assurance

Job summary

MHA is seeking a Care Assistant (Days) at Waterside House, Wolverhampton. You will provide personal and social care to residents with dignity and respect, supporting their independence and wellbeing.

Hours are 28 per week with a salary of £13.79 per hour. You will work within a friendly, values-driven team that prioritises safeguarding, teamwork and ongoing learning.

This role offers a supportive environment with DBS paid, benefits, and opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willingness to be trained (Level 1 or 2 in social care is encouraged).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Caring nature with patience and empathy.
• Previous care experience is desirable, though not essential.
• Work flexibly across a rota, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Act as a keyworker for a group of residents and support admissions.
• Develop and review individual care plans, including those for residents with dementia.
• Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Respect for elders

Willing to train

Communication skills

Independence & teamwork

Empathy & patience

Care experience desirable

Flexible weekends

Job description

MHA is seeking a Care Assistant (Days) at Waterside House, Wolverhampton. You will provide personal and social care to residents with dignity and respect, supporting their independence and wellbeing.

Hours are 28 per week with a salary of £13.79 per hour. You will work within a friendly, values-driven team that prioritises safeguarding, teamwork and ongoing learning.

This role offers a supportive environment with DBS paid, benefits, and opportunities for training and career progression.