(FTC) Care Assistant (Nights)

Methodist Home For the Aging Corporation; Wallington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank

Pension scheme

Free DBS checks and uniform

Flexible annual leave options

Job summary

Ryelands care home in Wallington is seeking a Care Assistant (Nights) to provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents. You will act as a keyworker, support admissions, and help maintain care plans aligned with MHA’s values of respect and wellbeing.

You will join a warm, values-led team with options for development and a rota including weekends. The role offers a maternity cover for 12 months and requires flexibility to ensure resident comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care (encouraged)

Job description

(FTC) Care Assistant (Nights) based at Ryelands, Wallington

Job Reference

REQ029048

Date posted

22 September 2026

Closing date

6 October 2026

Location

Wallington, SM6 0JF

Location:Ryelands, Wallington

Hours: 33 hours per week - Nights - 12 months maternity cover

Salary: £15.47 per hour

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.

Why join MHA?

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).
• Pension scheme
• 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

Ryelands care home in Wallington

Ryelands is a friendly and values led home where colleagues work closely together to support older people and those living with dementia. The team culture is warm and inclusive, and new colleagues quickly feel part of a supportive community.

Colleagues help create a calm and respectful environment that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing. Guided by MHA’s charitable purpose, the home encourages teamwork, compassion and opportunities for learning and development.

For job seekers wanting a role that combines meaningful work with a positive team environment, Ryelands offers a fulfilling place to grow and contribute every day.

For more information about the home, please clickhere

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.

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.

More about our EDI commitments

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Talent Acquisition Team.

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