Care Assistant (Days/Nights) based at Maple Leaf House, Ripley

MHA; Marehay; Remote; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free DBS checks and uniform

Counselling support

Flexible annual leave options

Blue Light Card discounts

Full induction and training

Long service awards

Life assurance

Job summary

Maple Leaf House care home in Ripley, operated by MHA, seeks a dedicated Care Assistant to provide personal and social care to residents across day and night shifts. The role supports dignity, independence, and alignment with MHA values.

You will work as a keyworker within a rota, contributing to care plans for residents including those with dementia, while upholding safety and wellbeing for all. The position offers a rewarding, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willingness to be trained (Level 1 or 2 in social care encouraged).
• Good communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a keyworker for a group of residents and support admissions.
• Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including for residents with dementia.
• Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents' wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Respectful care

Good communication

Team player

Willingness to be trained

Empathy

Flexible rota

Job description

Care Assistant (Days/Nights) based at Maple Leaf House, Ripley

Hours: Permanent - Full Time - 38.5 hours per week

Salary: £13.79 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 support 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 wellbeing
• 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.

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-rota for part time).
• 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

Maple Leaf House care home in Ripley

Maple Leaf House is a warm and inclusive home where colleagues work with shared purpose to support people living with dementia. The team environment is friendly and encouraging, helping new colleagues feel welcome, valued and confident from their first day.

Colleagues play an essential role in creating a calm and respectful atmosphere where residents can live with dignity and independence. Guided by MHA’s charitable values, the home promotes teamwork, compassion and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

For job seekers looking for purposeful work in a supportive team, Maple Leaf House offers a rewarding place to build specialist skills and make a meaningful difference.

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.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.