Posted 08 October 2026The Woodlands

Care Assistant

The Woodlands
Derbyshire

Job details

  • Salary£12.80 per hour£12.80 per hour
  • RoleCarer / Care Assistant / Care Support Worker
  • HoursFull Time
  • LocationRipley, Derbyshire
  • Job ReferenceWL-C

Job Summary

Care Assistant – Woodlands Nursing Home 

At Woodlands Nursing Home, we’re looking for caring, compassionate individuals to join our supportive team as a Care Assistant.


Based in Ripley, DE5, Woodlands Nursing Home provides care and nursing support for older adults, including people living with dementia. If you're passionate about helping others and are looking for a rewarding opportunity as a Care Assistant within a friendly and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our residents’ daily lives by:

  • Providing person-centred care tailored to each individual's needs and preferences
  • Supporting residents with daily living activities such as personal care, meals, and mobility
  • Providing support during mealtimes
  • Observing and reporting any changes in residents' health, wellbeing, or behaviour
  • Promoting independence, dignity, choice, and overall wellbeing
  • Working collaboratively as part of a caring, supportive, and dedicated team

Position Details

·  Opportunities for day shifts or nights

·  Shift times: 07:30-19:30 or 19:30-07:30

·  Pay Rate: £12.80 per hour

·  Working pattern: rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays

·  Location: Ripley, DE5 (Please consider your travel arrangements, including weekends, before applying.)

Before you apply

  • Please include a cover note: To help us consider travel times, please let us know your method of travel to work, and note your preferred contact availability.
  • If applicable, please include your right to work status in the UK

Ready to apply?

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover note today.

All positions are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. However, we appreciate your interest and thank you for taking the time to apply

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