Daytime Care Assistant — Dignity, Support, & Dementia Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free DBS checks

Uniform provided

Confidential counselling

Chaplaincy support

Discounts (Blue Light Card)

Induction and ongoing training

Long service awards

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

MHA’s Abbey Park care home in Coventry seeks a dedicated Care Assistant (Days) to provide compassionate personal and social care to residents. You’ll act as a keyworker, help develop care plans, and support residents with dementia while upholding safeguarding and health & safety standards.

The role emphasizes dignity, independence, and teamwork within a values-driven, supportive environment. A caring nature and willingness to learn are essential, with weekend flexibility expected.

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.
• Caring nature with patience and empathy.
• Previous care experience is desirable.
• Work flexibly 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 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

Care experience desirable

Flexible schedule

Job description

MHA’s Abbey Park care home in Coventry seeks a dedicated Care Assistant (Days) to provide compassionate personal and social care to residents. You’ll act as a keyworker, help develop care plans, and support residents with dementia while upholding safeguarding and health & safety standards.

The role emphasizes dignity, independence, and teamwork within a values-driven, supportive environment. A caring nature and willingness to learn are essential, with weekend flexibility expected.