Night Care Assistant – Dementia Care & Wellbeing

MHA; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free DBS and uniform

Counselling support

Flexible leave options

Discounts cards

Induction & training

Long service awards

Life insurance

Job summary

The Beeches care home in Wath-upon-Dearne, part of MHA, is seeking a Care Assistant (Nights) to provide personal and social care to residents, respecting dignity and promoting wellbeing. You will work as a keyworker to a group of residents and support admissions.

You will join a supportive team, adhere to safeguarding and health & safety practices, and work across a flexible night rota, including weekends. DBS checks are provided and training is available.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A caring nature with patience and empathy.

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’ wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Respect for older people

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care

Job description

The Beeches care home in Wath-upon-Dearne, part of MHA, is seeking a Care Assistant (Nights) to provide personal and social care to residents, respecting dignity and promoting wellbeing. You will work as a keyworker to a group of residents and support admissions.

You will join a supportive team, adhere to safeguarding and health & safety practices, and work across a flexible night rota, including weekends. DBS checks are provided and training is available.