Care Assistant (Days) based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

MHA; Frodsham; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank hols

Free DBS checks

Career progression

Induction & ongoing training

Life assurance

Flexible annual leave options

Job summary

MHA's Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham is seeking a dependable Care Assistant (Days) to support residents with personal and social care. You will work as part of a friendly team, following care plans and promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing.

The role requires flexibility across a rota including weekends, and a commitment to safeguarding, infection control and high standards of care. A DBS check is provided and training is offered.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willingness to be trained (Level 1 or 2 in social care encouraged).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible rota including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Act as a keyworker for a group of residents.
• Develop and review individual care plans, including dementia care.
• Provide personal and social care per care plans, enhancing wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Respect & sensitivity

Communication skills

Team player / independent

Caring nature & patience

Weekend flexibility

Care experience (desirable)

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care

Job description

Care Assistant (Days) based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.

About the role

As a Care Assistant, you will provide personal and social care to residents in a way that respects their dignity and promotes well-being and independence. You will help maintain an atmosphere and practice of care that reflects MHA’s values of mutual respect and concern for the individual.

What you will do

• Act as a keyworker for a group of residents and support admissions
• Participate in developing and reviewing 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.

About you

You will bring:

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

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture, and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. You will work alongside motivated colleagues in an environment of teamwork and trust, while also having fun.

At MHA, we believe this is more than just a job. It is a career to be proud of, where every day you can make a positive difference.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a highly competitive salary, you will enjoy:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).
• Free DBS checks and uniform
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support, and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
• Critical Illness Insurance and life assurance for contracted hours colleagues.

About the home

Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham

Chapel Fields is a caring and values-driven home where colleagues work as one team to support residents with compassion and dignity. The home’s calm setting and focus on specialist dementia care provide a rewarding environment for colleagues who want to build confidence and develop their skills.

The culture is warm, inclusive and shaped by MHA’s charitable foundations, encouraging collaboration, empathy and a shared commitment to helping residents live well. New colleagues quickly feel part of a supportive community that values their contribution.

For those seeking purposeful work and a positive team environment, Chapel Fields offers a fulfilling place to grow and thrive.

For more information about the home, please click here

Where the role requires a Standard or Enhanced DBS check, the successful candidate will be required to join and maintain membership of the DBS Update Service. MHA will pay for the DBS check and will provide an additional payment through payroll equivalent to the standard annual Update Service subscription fee. Further details will be provided during onboarding.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.