Care Assistant (Relief)

Care Assistant (Relief) – Willowcroft, Derby (Bank / Flexible Hours)

Presented by Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency on behalf of MHA

Role Overview

• Position: Care Assistant (Relief) — Permanent, Various / Bank Hours (Relief)

• Location: Willowcroft, Derby (DE21 7NN)

• Hours: Various flexible hours available (ideal for fitting around other commitments)

• Pay Rate: £13.79 per hour

• Closing Date: 26 August 2026

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with MHA to recruit a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant (Relief) for Willowcroft care home in Derby.

Willowcroft is a warm, inclusive, and welcoming home with a strong focus on specialist dementia care and a supportive team atmosphere. If you are looking for a flexible care role where you can help residents feel safe, secure, and treated with utmost dignity on a schedule that suits you, this is an exceptional opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal & Social Care: Deliver attentive, high-quality care that respects residents' personal choices, privacy, and dignity.

• Keyworker Duties: Act as a keyworker for a designated group of residents (where applicable), supporting smooth admissions and individual care plan reviews.

• Wellbeing Support: Enhance residents' physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing through personalized care, including specialist dementia support.

• Safety & Compliance: Uphold vital safeguarding responsibilities, infection control measures, and health and safety practices at all times.

What You Will Bring

• Personal Qualities: A caring nature, patience, empathy, and a genuine respect and sensitivity for older people.

• Communication Skills: Good listening and communication abilities, with the capability to work effectively both independently and as part of a supportive team.

• Experience: Previous care experience is desirable, but not essential—a willingness to learn, train, and develop (with encouragement toward Level 1 or 2 in social care) is what matters most!

• Proximity: Ideally living within approximately 15 miles of Derby for a manageable and balanced commute.

Why Apply Through Us?

Partnering with Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency connects you directly with trusted, values-driven organisations like MHA.

Benefits provided by MHA include:

• Highly competitive hourly rate of £13.79

• 28 days holiday (pro-rata based on hours worked) and an option to buy annual leave

• Pension scheme and access to employee support funds

• Free DBS checks and company uniform

• Access to employee discounts (Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app) and confidential counselling support

• Full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression