(FTC) Care Assistant (Days) based at Briar Hill House, Rugeley

MHA; Rugeley; Remote; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank)

Free DBS checks

Uniform

Counselling

Hardship fund

Buy/sell annual leave

Blue Light Card discounts

Vivup app

Induction and training

Career progression

Long service awards

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

MHA’s Briar Hill House in Rugeley is seeking a Care Assistant on a 12-month FTC to provide compassionate personal and social care, supporting residents with dignity, independence and wellbeing in a warm, values-led environment.

You will work a rota that includes weekends, act as a keyworker, contribute to care plans, and uphold safeguarding and health and safety standards while developing through training and DBS support.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willing to be trained and developed (Level 1 or 2 in social care encouraged).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Caring nature with patience and empathy.
• Previous care experience is desirable, though not essential.
• Work flexibly across a rota, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Respect for older people

Good communication

Teamwork

Caring and empathy

Flexibility with rota

Willing to be trained

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care

Job description

(FTC) Care Assistant (Days) based at Briar Hill House, Rugeley

Hours: 22/ 33 hours per week - 12 month FTC

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

Briar Hill House care home in Rugeley

Briar Hill House is an inspiring place to work, known for its outstanding CQC rating and warm, team-focused culture. Colleagues take pride in delivering care that genuinely transforms the lives of residents, with a shared commitment to dignity, independence and high standards.

New colleagues joining the home quickly feel part of a supportive and values-driven community. The atmosphere is calm, welcoming and rooted in MHA's charitable purpose, which encourages compassion, collaboration and continual learning.

For those seeking meaningful work, Briar Hill House offers opportunities to grow professionally while contributing to a home where colleagues feel trusted, appreciated and united in making a positive difference.

For more information about the home, please click here

Where the role requires a Standard or Enhanced DBS check, the successful candidate will be required to join and maintain membership of the DBS Update Service. MHA will pay for the DBS check and will provide an additional payment through payroll equivalent to the standard annual Update Service subscription fee. Further details will be provided during onboarding.

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.