Care Assistant (Nights) based at Stones Place, Lincoln

MHA•Lincoln, NE

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Care Assistant at Stones Place, you will provide personal and social care to residents in a way that respects their dignity and promotes their wellbeing 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. Stones Place is a country house-style care home in a peaceful woodland setting, where colleagues work together to provide thoughtful, person-centred residential care and create a supportive, homely environment.

Requirements

Respect and sensitivity for older people.
Willingness to be trained and developed.
Good communication and listening skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A caring nature, patience, and empathy.
Flexibility to work across a rota, including weekends.

Nice To Haves

Level 1 or 2 qualification in social care is encouraged.
Previous care experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

Act as a keyworker for a group of residents and support admissions.
Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including plans 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.

Benefits

28 days’ holiday, including bank holidays, with an option to buy annual leave (pro rata for part-time colleagues).
Pension scheme.
Free DBS checks and uniform.
Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support, and access to a hardship fund.
Options to buy or sell annual leave and family-friendly policies.
Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app.
Full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression.
Long service awards.
Critical Illness Insurance and life assurance for colleagues working contracted hours.
MHA pays for the DBS check and provides an additional payroll payment equivalent to the standard annual DBS Update Service subscription fee.