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