Weekend Carer

Quality Service Recruitment Limited; Matlock; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Quality Service Recruitment Limited is seeking dedicated care assistants for weekend daytime shifts at a residential care home in Matlock. The role runs Saturdays and Sundays from 07:45 to 20:15, offering £13.50 per hour with weekly pay and holiday entitlement accrual on a full-time equivalent basis.

Applicants should have an Enhanced DBS (within 12 months) or via the update service, current mandatory training, a CV, and a reference confirming at least 6 months in a residential care setting.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient, and resilient disposition.
• Strong work ethic and proactive teamwork abilities.
• Prior experience in a residential care home or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care with dignity in daily routines.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene and mobility needs.
• Engage residents in conversations and activities to improve well-being.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Boost your weekly income while making a meaningful difference in your community!

We are currently partnering with a residential care home situated in the heart of Matlock to find dedicated, compassionate care assistants for consistent Saturday and Sunday daytime shifts.

Main Duties:

• Delivering high standards of person-centred care, helping residents navigate their daily morning, afternoon, and evening routines with dignity and respect
• Providing sensitive and professional assistance with personal care, hygiene, and daily mobility needs
• Serving as a positive, friendly companion—engaging residents in meaningful conversations, recreational activities, and social events to elevate their daily quality of life
• Working collaboratively alongside an established multidisciplinary care team to monitor resident well-being and maintain a safe, secure environment

Candidate Requirements:

• Professional Background: Minimum of recent, verifiable experience working within a formal residential care home or comparable care environment
• Dependable Commute: Reliable transport logistics ensuring prompt and consistent arrival in Matlock for every scheduled weekend daytime shift
• Personal Attributes: A genuinely warm, patient, and resilient disposition complemented by a strong work ethic and proactive teamwork capabilities

Secure weekend hours and accelerate your professional development within healthcare by applying today.

To be suitable for this position you must have:

• An Enhanced DBS Certificate dated within the past 12 months or an older Enhanced DBS that is registered on the update service
• Up to date mandatory training certificates
• Full up-to-date CV
• A referenceable employment history with one reference referring to a minimum of 6 months of experience within a Residential Care Home.

If you do not have a valid DBS and/or training, do not worry as we can help you with this. We are happy to offer online training available at a subsidised fee and the certificates are yours to keep!

*Please note that we do not offer sponsorships*

This role offers ongoing opportunities for the right candidate

The shift times are from 07:45 to 20:15 on Saturdays and Sundays

You will be paid £13.50 per hour, with hours being paid weekly and holiday entitlement accrued on a F.T.E basis