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Bank Care Assistant

Join Our Ashmere Team as a Bank Care Assistant – Passionate People Wanted!

Do you have experience in care, or are you ready to take on an exciting new challenge?We’re looking for local, caring individuals who are committed to going above and beyond for our residents on a zero hour contract! You can pick and choose your shifts across our sites!

Important Information
Location: Valley Lodge Care Home With Nursing, Bakewell Road, Matlock, England, Derbyshire, DE4 3BN
Date Posted: 11th February 2026
Closing Date: 12th March 2026
Industry: Healthcare
Job Type: Casual
Salary: Up to £13.21 Hourly

About the role

We currently have a Bank Care Assistant opportunity available across all of our Ashmere homes (please note: all homes are within DE postcode areas). Please note: a full driving licence is essential for this role.

Whether or not you’ve worked in care before, you could be the perfect fit. If you’ve supported a friend or family member, that experience counts too! Don’t worry if you’re new to care – we’ll provide full training through our induction programme and buddying scheme to help you settle in.

What you can expect at Ashmere:

  • A friendly company induction with new starters from all our homes

  • Uniform provided

  • DBS check paid for by us

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Access to employee assistance programme

  • Entered into our monthly prize draw

  • Paid handover

  • A fantastic employee referral scheme – earn up to £200 per successful candidate

Apply Today!

https://form.jotform.com/243193053995363

Does this sound like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for?
Don’t delay – apply now or get in touch with our HR team for an informal chat.

Call us on 01773 571 535 Or text us on 07854 486091


Desired criteria

  • NVQ Level 2

Ashmere Derbyshire Ltd

We are Ashmere — a family-run group of care homes across Derbyshire devoted to providing high-quality residential, nursing, dementia and specialist care. We believe in treating every resident as part of our family, ensuring dignity, compassion and respect in everything we do. At Ashmere, our homes offer welcoming, supportive environments where our residents feel safe, cared for, and valued.

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At Ashmere, we’ve been supporting communities in Derbyshire for three generations with a proud heritage in elder care. Across our seven care homes, we deliver a full range of services including residential care, nursing, dementia support, complex continuing health care, and end-of-life care — even providing a dedicated household for Deaf and hard-of-hearing residents cared for by BSL-fluent staff. We tailor care plans around each individual, offering 24-hour support, nutritious meals, meaningful social and therapeutic activities, and a warm home-like atmosphere.

Our mission is simple: to offer care as if our residents were family — ensuring comfort, respect, and quality of life every day.

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At Ashmere, our culture is rooted in kindness, family values and genuine teamwork. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people, which is why we invest in staff who share our commitment to compassion, dignity and openness. We encourage collaboration, continuous learning and honest communication throughout all our homes. Whether someone works in care, catering, housekeeping or management, every role is respected and appreciated. Our aim is to create a workplace where colleagues feel supported, trusted and proud of the difference they make.

Our benefits

When you join Ashmere, you receive full induction training, regular refresher training and ongoing professional development. We provide uniforms, pay for your DBS checks, and offer clear progression opportunities for those who want to develop their career in care. Our homes are friendly, supportive and well-equipped, helping you deliver the best possible care with confidence. We offer stable employment, a warm team environment and the chance to make a meaningful, positive impact every single day.

Vacation, Paid time off

Referral bonus

Long service recognition

Social Opportunities

Culture of recognition

On the job learning

Progression opportunities

Staff celebration events

Bank Care Assistant

We are Ashmere — a family-run group of care homes across Derbyshire devoted to providing high-quality residential, nursing, dementia and specialist care. We believe in treating every resident as part of our family, ensuring dignity, compassion and respect in everything we do. At Ashmere, our homes offer welcoming, supportive environments where our residents feel safe, cared for, and valued.