(FIXED TERM) Care Assistant (Nights) based at Warde Aldam, Pontefract

MHA; North Elmsall; Remote; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Free DBS checks

Confidential counselling support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Induction and career progression

Long service awards

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

MHA's Warde Aldam care home in Pontefract is seeking a Care Assistant for night shifts on a fixed-term basis. The role involves providing personal and social care, supporting residents with dignity and independence, and working to MHA values.

You will act as a keyworker for a group of residents, contribute to care plans (including dementia care), and maintain safeguarding, infection control and health and safety practices. The post requires flexibility to cover a rota, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willingness to be trained (Level 1/2 in social care encouraged).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to work 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 per care plans.
• Uphold safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Care

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Flexibility

Dementia care

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care

Job description

(FIXED TERM) Care Assistant (Nights) based at Warde Aldam, Pontefract

Hours: Fixed Term - Part Time - 33 hours per week

(Maternity Cover Up to 12 Months)

Salary: £13.79 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

Warde Aldam care home in Pontefract

Warde Aldam is a warm and supportive home with a focus on specialist dementia care. Colleagues work as one team to provide thoughtful and person-centred support for residents and their families.

The team atmosphere is friendly and values led, with colleagues encouraged to develop specialist skills and to share ideas that improve daily life in the home. MHA’s charitable ethos shapes a culture of kindness, respect and shared purpose.

For job seekers interested in dementia care and looking for a collaborative environment, Warde Aldam offers a rewarding place to build a meaningful and impactful career.

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.