Care Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Colne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Colne is looking for a Care Assistant to join their team at Peel Gardens Residential and Nursing Home. The role involves providing high-quality care to residents while working collaboratively with a supportive team. Although experience is not essential, candidates should have excellent communication skills and a genuine liking for older people. This position offers £12.60 per hour for 33 hours per week, alongside various benefits and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Complimentary meals during long shifts

Growth and development through training

Inclusive staff networks

Loyalty recognition scheme

CQC Inspection bonus

Qualifications

• Experience is not essential, training will be provided.
• Ability to communicate well.
• Flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support and care for residents ensuring their dignity.
• Work as part of a team to enhance residents' lives.
• Participate in staff networks.

Skills

Team work

Good communication

Kindness and genuine care for older people

Job description

Proud to be not-for-profit, at Sanctuary Care we provide high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. At the very heart of everything we do is our mission to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care, by doing everything we can to enrich the lives of the residents we are privileged to care for, their loved ones and as importantly, our dedicated and valued staff.

We are seeking a Care Assistant to join our team at Peel Gardens Residential and Nursing Home, located at Off Vivary Way, Colne, Lancashire BB8 9PR. The role offers £12.60 per hour, working 33 hours per week, including night and day shifts (12hr shifts) and alternate weekend working.

Why work for us?

We spend so much time at work, so our ethos at Sanctuary Care is to enrich the lives of both our residents and staff. Let’s have some fun while we’re at work, support each other and work hard as a team. 94% of our employees told us in a recent staff survey that they would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work.

There’s loads of training and promotion opportunities available for those who want to pursue it and every day job satisfaction at Peel Gardens Residential and Nursing Home for all regardless of role.

Your Job

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Complimentary meals during long shifts
• Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities including a Team Leader Development programme
• Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network
• Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 month’s service onwards
• CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)

What skills do I need?

• Team work! A happy team, makes for happy residents and a happy home
• Experience is not essential, as we will support you with all the training and support you’ll need to do the job
• Being able to communicate well is essential along with a flexible approach
• You’ll also be kind and have a real genuine like for older people and their needs, ensuring we treat everyone with the respect and dignity they deserve

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy.