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 Location: Berwick Grange, Harrogate
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 Hours: Fixed Term&nbsp;- Full Time - 38.5 hours per week
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 (6 Months Maternity Cover)
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 Salary: £15.47 per hour
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 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.
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 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
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 <li>Act as a keyworker for a group of residents and support admissions</li>
 <li>Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including those for residents with dementia</li>
 <li>Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing</li>
 <li>Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health &amp; safety practices.</li>
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 About you
 You will bring:
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 <li>Respect and sensitivity for older people</li>
 <li>A willingness to be trained and developed (Level 1 or 2 in social care is encouraged)</li>
 <li>Good communication and listening skills</li>
 <li>The ability to work both independently and as part of a team</li>
 <li>A caring nature with patience and empathy</li>
 <li>Previous care experience is desirable, though not essential</li>
 <li>Work flexibly across a rota, including weekends.</li>
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 Why join MHA?
 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:
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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>Pension scheme</li>
 <li>Free DBS checks and uniform</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>
 <li>Critical Illness Insurance and life assurance for contracted hours colleagues.</li>
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 About the home
 Berwick Grange care home in Harrogate
 Berwick Grange offers colleagues a calm, supportive and purpose-driven place to work, particularly for those interested in developing specialist dementia skills. The home’s thoughtful design and strong team ethos help create a safe and uplifting environment for residents.
 Known for its award-winning music therapy and meaningful activity programme, the home provides colleagues with opportunities to contribute to innovative, person-centred approaches that enhance wellbeing.
 Colleagues appreciate the close-knit feel of the team, the shared focus on dignity and respect, and the encouragement to bring ideas that improve residents’ lives. For job seekers looking for purposeful work in a nurturing team, Berwick Grange offers a rewarding place to grow.
 For more information about the home, please click&nbsp;<a href="https://mha.org.uk/care-support/care-homes/berwick-grange">here</a>
 Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.
 Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.
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