Day Care Assistant – Dignity & Wellbeing

MHA; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free DBS checks and uniform

Counselling and chaplaincy support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts and wellbeing perks

Induction and training

Long service awards

Life assurance for contracted hours

Job summary

Montpellier Manor care home in Middlesbrough is seeking a Care Assistant (Days) to provide personal and social care to residents, acting as a keyworker and supporting admissions. You will follow individual care plans, promote wellbeing, and uphold safeguarding and safety standards.

The role is permanent, full-time, 38.5 hours per week, with a pay of £13.79 per hour. Flexible weekend work and DBS checks are part of the package, along with a strong supportive culture at MHA.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willingness to be trained and developed (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.
• 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' wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Respect for older people

Good communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care

Job description

Montpellier Manor care home in Middlesbrough is seeking a Care Assistant (Days) to provide personal and social care to residents, acting as a keyworker and supporting admissions. You will follow individual care plans, promote wellbeing, and uphold safeguarding and safety standards.

The role is permanent, full-time, 38.5 hours per week, with a pay of £13.79 per hour. Flexible weekend work and DBS checks are part of the package, along with a strong supportive culture at MHA.