BSL Care Assistant

Ashmere Derbyshire; Heanor; On-site; GBP 1,648,000 - 2,347,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend up to £200

Pension

Training and development

Staff incentives

Enhanced rate on bank holidays

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Ashmere Derbyshire is recruiting a BSL Care Assistant for a brand-new Deaf Household at Heanor Park Care Home. The role focuses on supporting deaf residents to live independently and may involve administering medications.

Training, uniforms, and DBS checks are provided, with opportunities for development and progression. We welcome those with BSL skills and are offering both full-time and part-time contracts.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 is required.
• NVQ Level 3 or working towards is required.
• British Sign Language is required.

Responsibilities

• Support deaf residents to maintain an independent lifestyle.
• Administer medications as directed and pursue NVQ3 qualification.
• Be flexible to work across all shifts.
• Attend monthly new starter induction and participate in regular training.

Skills

British Sign Language

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3 or working towards

Job description

Job Description

Location: Ilkeston Road

Please note - unfortunately we cannot accept applications that require Sponsorship

We are excited to be recruiting for a BSL Care Assistant in our brand-new Deaf Household based in our Heanor Park Care Home!

We have an opportunity for people that can use BSL (British Sign Language) to support deaf members of our community. We want you to bring a passion for helping elderly deaf residents maintain an independent lifestyle. We are currently recruiting both full time and part time positions.

We will pay you an attendance bonus just for turning up to work!

About The Role

The ideal candidate must be flexible in working all shifts.

It might not be that you have any paid experience providing care to others however you may have looked after and given care to a friend or family member. You will need to have experience of administrating medication and possess or be willing to work towards your NVQ3 qualification.

Working for an established care provider like Ashmere, you start your journey with us by attending our monthly new starter company induction with all new joiners from all of our homes. We will kit you out with uniform, pay for your DBS check, and provide you with regular training.

As Well As The Above We Also Have

• Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony
• Discretionary Attendance Bonus (so you get paid to come to work!)
• Eligible for Blue Light Card subscription.
• Refer a Friend Scheme (which can earn you up to £200!)
• Pension
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Staff Incentives
• Enhanced rate of pay for bank holidays!
• A fantastic employee wellbeing programme

About The Company

At Ashmere, we’ve been supporting communities in Derbyshire for three generations with a proud heritage in elder care. Across our seven care homes, we deliver a full range of services including residential care, nursing, dementia support, complex continuing health care, and end-of-life care — even providing a dedicated household for Deaf and hard-of-hearing residents cared for by BSL-fluent staff. We tailor care plans around each individual, offering 24-hour support, nutritious meals, meaningful social and therapeutic activities, and a warm home-like atmosphere.

Our mission is simple: to offer care as if our residents were family — ensuring comfort, respect, and quality of life every day.

Company Culture

At Ashmere, our culture is rooted in kindness, family values and genuine teamwork. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people, which is why we invest in staff who share our commitment to compassion, dignity and openness. We encourage collaboration, continuous learning and honest communication throughout all our homes. Whether someone works in care, catering, housekeeping or management, every role is respected and appreciated. Our aim is to create a workplace where colleagues feel supported, trusted and proud of the difference they make.

Required Criteria

• NVQ Level 2
• NVQ Level 3 or working towards
• British Sign Language

Closing Date Wednesday 30th September, 2026

Contract Type fulltime

Salary Up to £14.50 Hourly