Care Assistant

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Beverley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Unsocial hours premium

LGPS

Learning & development

Career progression

Employee benefits

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council's The Old School House in Beverley is seeking caring, compassionate individuals to join our team supporting people living with advanced dementia and complex needs. Permanent roles available across 33-hour and 24.75-hour contracts, plus casual positions.

You'll join a service recognised as Outstanding by the CQC and benefit from a supportive, values-driven culture. We offer training, development opportunities and a 24-hour care environment where colleagues learn,

Qualifications

• Experience in care is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support people living with advanced dementia and complex needs.
• Work as part of a 24-hour care service.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Job description

The job itself

The Old School House, Beverley
East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Permanent - 1 x 33 hrs , 2 x 24.75 hrs Available

Casual - Positions Available

Could you make a difference to someone's day?

At The Old School House, we believe outstanding care starts with outstanding people.

We're looking for caring, compassionate and committed individuals to join our team supporting people living with advanced dementia and complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing service, with new permanent roles available as we continue to develop and enhance the support we provide.

Whether you already work in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we want to hear from people who share our values and are passionate about supporting others to live well.

About The Old School House

Located in the heart of Beverley, with excellent public transport links and easy access to local amenities, The Old School House is a specialist care home operated by East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

We are proud to hold an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting our commitment to delivering exceptional person-centred care for people living with advanced dementia and complex needs.

As a service, we are committed to continuous improvement, innovation and development. We foster a supportive culture where colleagues are encouraged to learn, grow and contribute to shaping the future of the service.

What matters most to us?

We are looking for people who:

• Treat others with kindness, dignity and respect
• Can build positive and meaningful relationships
• Are patient, understanding and compassionate
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills
• Work well as part of a team
• Show resilience and a positive attitude
• Want to make a genuine difference in people's lives

Experience in care is welcome, but it is not essential. We can provide the training, support and development you need to succeed.

Working Pattern

These are permanent positions working on a 4-week rota pattern, including:

• Alternate weekends
• Unsocial hours
• Some bank holidays

Flexibility and a commitment to delivering high-quality care as part of a 24-hour service are essential.

Why join East Riding of Yorkshire Council?

As well as joining an Outstanding-rated service with a supportive and inclusive team culture, you will benefit from:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Enhanced payments for unsocial hours and bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Ongoing support and career progression
• Working for a respected local authority committed to investing in its workforce
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits

Join us

If you're someone who cares about people, believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect, and wants to build a rewarding career making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our Outstanding team at The Old School House and help shape the future of specialist dementia care in Beverley.

A full list of benefits can be found on The Old School House microsite:
https://www.eastridingcouncil.jobs/jobs-and-careers/featured-jobs/the-old-school-house/

We are holding a dedicated hiring event for these roles on the 9th September 2026. Visit our microsite to book your place and find out more about the opportunities available. Come along, meet the team, learn about the roles, and explore a rewarding career with us.

Spaces are limited – book your place today!