Care Assistant (Days) based at Lauriston ,St Leonards on Sea

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Location: Lauriston ,St Leonards on Sea

Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: £15.24 per hour

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.

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

• 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.

About you

You will bring:

• 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.

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:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).

Pension scheme

Free DBS checks and uniform

Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support, and access to our hardship fund

Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies

Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app

A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression

Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

Critical Illness Insurance and life assurance for contracted hours colleagues.

About the home

Lauriston care home in St Leonards On Sea

Lauriston offers colleagues a friendly and inclusive place to work, set in a scenic location close to the coast. The home has a welcoming team culture where colleagues support one another and work with shared commitment to person-centred care.

Colleagues value the calm and positive environment, which enables them to build meaningful relationships with residents and contribute to their wellbeing. MHA’s charitable ethos fosters kindness, teamwork and ongoing development.

For job seekers wanting a role rooted in purpose, compassion and collaboration, Lauriston provides a rewarding place to grow.

For more information about the home, please click here

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). xkybehq We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.