Compassionate Care Assistant - Day Shifts, Dementia Support

MHA; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free DBS checks

Counselling support

Flexible annual leave

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Career progression

Long service awards

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

Handsworth care home in Bowdon, operated by MHA, is hiring a Care Assistant (Days). You will provide personal and social care to residents, supporting dignity, wellbeing and independence, and work as part of a compassionate team.

Join a values-led organisation with strong wellbeing focus, a supportive culture, and opportunities for training. A flexible rota across days and weekends is required; DBS check is provided; initial induction and ongoing development are 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 independently and as part of a team.
• A caring nature with patience and empathy.
• Previous care experience is desirable, though not essential.

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 older people

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Willingness to be trained (Level 1/2)

Job description

Handsworth care home in Bowdon, operated by MHA, is hiring a Care Assistant (Days). You will provide personal and social care to residents, supporting dignity, wellbeing and independence, and work as part of a compassionate team.

Join a values-led organisation with strong wellbeing focus, a supportive culture, and opportunities for training. A flexible rota across days and weekends is required; DBS check is provided; initial induction and ongoing development are offered.