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.

Epworth Grange offers colleagues a caring and collaborative environment where everyone works together with a shared sense of purpose. Known for its warm welcome and inclusive culture, the home ensures new colleagues feel part of the team straight away.

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.

• 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 and safety practices.

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.

• 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.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.