Care and Support Worker

Care and Support Worker based at Martin Grange HWC, Harrogate

Available Hours:

Hour's available - relief

Salary £12.46 per hour

Please note we are only accepting candidates currently living within a 45-minute commute of the Care Home

Are you passionate about helping people? Are you warm and compassionate? Are you looking to join a company who cares for their staff? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why join?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of residents. In addition, you will work alongside highly motivated colleagues in an environment of strong teamwork whilst also having fun. This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people. Plus, much more!

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a lot more:

• 20 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.

• Life assurance.

• A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases.

• Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications.

• Genuine career progression and development opportunities.

• Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice.

• Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.

• Access to wellbeing resources.

• Recommend a friend scheme.

• Family friendly policies.

• Long service awards.

• Free uniform and DBS check.

• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

About the role

As a Care and Support Worker at MHA you will working as part of a focused team providing the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well. Duties will be varied and include supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing. Every day will be different, and you'll have the opportunity to use your people skills to make a real difference.

About the home

Martin Grange assisted living community is conveniently located in Harrogate, just a pleasant 15-minute walk from the bustling town centre. Here, you'll find an array of shops, bars, cafes, and charming tea rooms, including the iconic Bettys, renowned for its delicious treats and welcoming atmosphere.

About you

• The right values, attitude and behaviours are more important than your previous career background. Therefore, whilst previous care experience is desirable it is not essential, and we will provide all the training and support you need to thrive.

• You will have a kind, warm and caring nature with excellent communication skills

• The ability to work under pressure and at all times respect the dignity of the residents and promote independence.

• You must be able to work as part of a team but also use your own initiative.

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.

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 Talent Acquisition Team.