Care Assistant (Days)

Location: Lawnfield House, Willesden

Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: £14.49 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 supports 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 well-being
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-rata 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

Lawnfield House care home in Willesden

Lawnfield House is a warm and supportive home where colleagues work together to deliver compassionate and person-centred care. The friendly team culture helps new colleagues settle quickly, offering guidance, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging.

The home promotes dignity, independence, and meaningful connection, with colleagues contributing to a calm and uplifting environment. Guided by MHA’s charitable values, the team works collaboratively, treating one another with kindness and respect.

For job seekers wanting to build a meaningful career in a supportive organisation, Lawnfield House offers the chance to grow, develop skills, and make a real impact each day.

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 does 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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