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 Location: Welland Place, Market Harborough
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 Hours: 18 hours per week
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 Salary: £12.92 per hour
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 For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Scheme. 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.
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 About the role
 We are looking for caring, compassionate and reliable Care and Support Workers to join our team at MHA. This is a rewarding role where you will support older people to live independently, safely and with dignity, while making a genuine difference to their everyday lives.
 As a Care and Support Worker, you will provide person-centred care and support tailored to each individual’s needs. You will help create a warm, respectful and supportive environment, guided by MHA’s values and commitment to helping people live later life well.
 What you will do
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 <li>Provide care and support to meet residents’ personal, social, emotional, spiritual and practical needs, in line with individual care and support plans.</li>
 <li>Act as a key worker for a group of service users, supporting their wellbeing and settling into the scheme.</li>
 <li>Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility and the safe use of aids and equipment, following care plans and risk assessments.</li>
 <li>Promote residents’ dignity, privacy, choice and independence at all times.</li>
 <li>Support residents with day-to-day tasks such as housekeeping, laundry, shopping and managing their home environment where agreed.</li>
 <li>Encourage and support participation in social activities and outings to promote wellbeing and reduce isolation.</li>
 <li>Respond appropriately to calls for assistance and emergency situations, following scheme procedures.</li>
 <li>Maintain accurate written and verbal records in line with confidentiality and organisational policies.</li>
 <li>Work as part of a team, attending meetings, training, supervisions and appraisals as required.</li>
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 About you
 We are looking for someone who is kind, patient and committed, with a genuine interest in supporting older people.
 You will bring:
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 <li>A caring and respectful approach, with sensitivity to the needs of older people.</li>
 <li>The ability to work well as part of a team and communicate clearly with residents, colleagues and professionals.</li>
 <li>Good listening skills and the ability to follow instructions and care plans.</li>
 <li>Willingness to undertake training, including working towards a QCF Level 2 in Health &amp; Social Care (if not already achieved).</li>
 <li>Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.</li>
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 Why join MHA?
 You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive culture and a commitment to the wellbeing of both residents and colleagues. At MHA, we believe this is more than just a job – it’s a career where you can feel proud of the difference you make every day.
 Rewards and benefits
 In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:
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 <li>28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).</li>
 <li>A strong pension scheme and life assurance</li>
 <li>Free DBS checks and uniforms</li>
 <li>Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund</li>
 <li>Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies</li>
 <li>Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app</li>
 <li>A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression</li>
 <li>Long service awards to celebrate your contribution</li>
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