Care Assistant (Maternity Cover) based at Berwick Grange, Harrogate

MHA; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free DBS checks

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Career progression

Long service awards

Life assurance

Job summary

MHA’s Berwick Grange care home in Harrogate is seeking a Care Assistant on a maternity cover basis. The role is full time (38.5 hours per week) for six months, with a salary of £15.47 per hour.

You will provide personal and social care, support residents with dignity and independence, and work as part of a team to deliver high‑quality care. You should be flexible to work across a rota, including weekends, and bring a compassionate, patient approach.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Care Assistant (Maternity Cover) based at Berwick Grange, Harrogate

Hours: Fixed Term- Full Time - 38.5 hours per week

( 6 Months Maternity Cover)

Salary: £15.47 per hour

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

Berwick Grange care home in Harrogate

Berwick Grange offers colleagues a calm, supportive and purpose-driven place to work, particularly for those interested in developing specialist dementia skills. The home’s thoughtful design and strong team ethos help create a safe and uplifting environment for residents.

Known for its award-winning music therapy and meaningful activity programme, the home provides colleagues with opportunities to contribute to innovative, person-centred approaches that enhance wellbeing.

Colleagues appreciate the close-knit feel of the team, the shared focus on dignity and respect, and the encouragement to bring ideas that improve residents’ lives. For job seekers looking for purposeful work in a nurturing team, Berwick Grange offers a rewarding place to grow.

For more information about the home, please click here

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.