Compassionate Care Assistant (Relief)

MHA; Egglescliffe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS checks and uniform

Counselling and chaplaincy support

Employee wellbeing

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

MHA at Reuben Manor in Eaglescliffe is seeking a Care Assistant (Relief) to deliver personal and social care to residents, upholding dignity and promoting wellbeing within a values‑driven team.

You will act as a keyworker, support care plans (including dementia care), and work flexibly across weekends. The role offers a supportive culture, DBS checks paid, and ongoing training to develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Experience in care is desirable, though not essential.
• 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.
• Caring, patient and empathetic demeanor.
• Flexibility to work 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 dementia care.
• Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, supporting wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Respect for elderly

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

Social care Level 1

Job description

MHA at Reuben Manor in Eaglescliffe is seeking a Care Assistant (Relief) to deliver personal and social care to residents, upholding dignity and promoting wellbeing within a values‑driven team.

You will act as a keyworker, support care plans (including dementia care), and work flexibly across weekends. The role offers a supportive culture, DBS checks paid, and ongoing training to develop professionally.