Care Assistant

Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited; Dornoch; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Sick pay linked to service

Contributory pension

Group life insurance

Training and career development

Flexible working options

Wellbeing support

Staff discount

Job summary

Sanctuary Care Limited is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for The Meadows in Dornoch. You will support residents with personalised care and join in leisure activities, contributing to a caring environment.

We offer training, flexibility with full-time, part-time or twilight shifts, and a values-driven workplace that recognises the difference you make.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home.
• No experience needed – we’ll give you all the training and support you need.
• Communicate clearly and adapt to different situations.
• Bring energy, enthusiasm and a genuine care for older people.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a supportive team to enrich the lives of our residents.
• Provide personalised care in line with individual care plans.
• Encourage and join in with leisure and social activities.
• Show kindness and respect to residents, families and colleagues every day.

Skills

Teamwork

No experience needed

Clear communication

Caring for older people

Job description

Title: Care Assistant

Dornoch, Sutherland, GB, IV25 3SF

Care Assistant

The Meadows, Dornoch - IV25 3SF

£14.00 per hour plus enhancced overtime rate

Full-time, part-time or twilight (evening shifts) available

Care that changes lives – including yours

We believe care is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Care Assistant to our friendly team at The Meadows in Dornoch - IV25 3SF. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.

We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.

Your role

• Work as part of a supportive team to enrich the lives of our residents
• Provide personalised care in line with individual care plans
• Encourage and join in with leisure and social activities
• Show kindness and respect to residents, families and colleagues every day

Your skills

• Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home
• No experience needed – we’ll give you all the training and support you need
• Communicate clearly and adapt to different situations
• Bring energy, enthusiasm and a genuine care for older people

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays),occupationalsick paylinked to length of service, and acontributorypension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• CI inspection bonus
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Health and wellbeing support– including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangementsandannual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Free mealsdependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

Inclusion is one of our core values. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

A PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme) check in respect of protected adults will be necessary in the event of a successful application, which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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