Night Care Assistant – Dignity & Wellbeing Lead (Leeds)

MHA; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Free DBS checks and uniform

Confidential counselling and chaplainy

Family-friendly policies

Career progression and training

Discounts via Blue Light Card & Vivup

Job summary

MHA's Gledhow care home in Leeds is seeking a Care Assistant (Nights) to join a supportive team committed to dignity, wellbeing and independence of residents. You will be a keyworker, support admissions and contribute to person-centered care plans within a values-driven environment.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, infection control, teamwork and flexible night shifts, with induction and ongoing training provided as part of a caring career at MHA.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willingness to be trained (Level 1 or 2 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 desirable.
• Flexible across 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’ physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Respect for older people

Willingness to be trained

Good communication

Teamwork

Caring nature

Empathy

Flexibility with rota

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care

Job description

MHA's Gledhow care home in Leeds is seeking a Care Assistant (Nights) to join a supportive team committed to dignity, wellbeing and independence of residents. You will be a keyworker, support admissions and contribute to person-centered care plans within a values-driven environment.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, infection control, teamwork and flexible night shifts, with induction and ongoing training provided as part of a caring career at MHA.