Care Assistant Waltham House Extra Care

CRT Care; Matlock; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Paid DBS check

Career development

Competitive pay

Paid per shift

Company pension

Referral programme

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

CRT Care Services is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join Waltham House Extra Care in Wirksworth. You will help residents with daily living, promote independence while providing companionship and support. Shifts include evenings, weekends and nights to ensure 24‑hour care coverage.

Paid training and a paid DBS check are provided, with ongoing development opportunities and a supportive team environment. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Availability to work every other weekend (essential).
• Flexibility to work evenings and night shifts (essential).
• Right to work in the United Kingdom (required).
• Caring, compassionate, and respectful.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable adults.
• Reliable, flexible, and committed.
• Excellent communicators with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with medication where appropriate and in line with training.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Follow care plans and support residents in achieving their individual goals.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for residents.

Job description

Care Assistant - Waltham House Extra Care

Location: Waltham House, St John's Street, Wirksworth, Matlock, DE4 4DT
Salary: £12.72 - £13.14 per hour
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
Date Posted: 09 September 2026

Join Our Team

CRT Care Services is looking for compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team at Waltham House Extra Care in Wirksworth.

We provide 24-hour support to residents, helping them maintain their independence while receiving the care and support they need. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives and want a rewarding career in care, we would love to hear from you.

We offer a supportive working environment, paid training, a paid DBS check, and opportunities for career development.

Shift Patterns

Applicants must be able to work a mixture of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and nights.

• AM Shift: 07:00 - 15:00
• PM Shift: 15:00 - 22:00
• Night Shift: 22:00 - 08:00

Weekend working is essential, including every other weekend.

Key Responsibilities

As a Care Assistant, you will:

• Support residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with medication where appropriate and in line with training.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Follow care plans and support residents in achieving their individual goals.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for residents.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Caring, compassionate, and respectful.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable adults.
• Reliable, flexible, and committed.
• Excellent communicators with strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to remain calm and patient under pressure.
• Dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Willing to learn and develop through ongoing training.

Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

• Competitive rates of pay
• Paid per shift
• Paid training
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Referral programme
• Supportive team environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card membership - helping you save money every day with exclusive discounts of up to 60% on shopping, dining, travel, utilities and much more

Requirements

• Availability to work every other weekend (essential)
• Flexibility to work evenings and night shifts (essential)
• Right to work in the United Kingdom (required)

Work Location

Waltham House Extra Care
St John's Street
Wirksworth
Matlock
DE4 4DT