Care Assistant

Anchor Hanover Group; Hastings; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Foundation Employer

Online GP appointments

Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme

Gym, fitness & wellbeing discounts

Exclusive shopping/tech/phones/holidys

Blue Light card access

Level 2 qualification training

Refer-a-friend scheme

Salary advance scheme

Career progression opportunities

Pension up to 18%

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group is hiring a Care Assistant in Hastings to provide compassionate, person-centred care to our residents. You will help with daily activities, assist during meals, and support various aspects of residents’ lives while listening with empathy.

No prior care experience is required as we offer a strong learning and development program and opportunities for progression within the team. Benefits include training, discounts, and pension options.

Qualifications

• Requires no prior care experience; training provided through development program.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support residents and work well with team.

Responsibilities

• Provide dignified personal care to residents.
• Assist during mealtimes and daily activities.
• Offer support with various aspects of residents' lives and be a good listener.
• Contribute to a caring, respectful environment for all residents.

Skills

Compassion

Energy

Communication

Empathy

Listening

Job description

As an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer, Anchor is committed to paying a real living wage to all our colleagues. We believe, as well as taking care of our residents, we should also take care of our employees. We have a fabulous range of benefits available to colleagues, some of which are highlighted below.

If you are as passionate as we are about taking care of people in later life, then we invite you to join us as a Care Assistant.

Don’t have any experience in care? No worries! We are recognized by Skills for Care as having one of the best learning and development programs in adult social care.

Ready to embark on a journey of making a real difference in people's lives?

Job Purpose:

As a Care Assistant, you’ll bring compassion, energy, and fun to our residents. Your role includes providing dignified personal care, assisting during mealtimes, and provide sensitive and appropriate support with various aspects of people’s lives. Beyond physical care, you'll also be a comforting and attentive listener.

Each day as a Care Assistant promises to be diverse. Our residents are unique, each with distinct care needs, personalities, and life stories. Your contributions will be not just inspiring but immensely enjoyable as you build strong relationships based on understanding, trust, and genuine care.

Wondering why you should consider joining Anchor as a Care Assistant?

• We are an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer
• Access to online GP appointments
• Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme
• Discounts on gym, fitness, and wellbeing services
• Exclusive discounts on major brand shopping, holidays, phones, technology, and more
• Eligibility for a Blue Light card (offering substantial savings for frontline staff)
• Access to training for your Level 2 qualification and beyond
• £250 through our refer-a-friend scheme.
• Savings advice, free life assurance, Salary Advance scheme, and many more benefits
• Opportunities for career progression and promotion (from Care Assistant to Leadership Roles)
• Up to 18% contribution pension

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. Unfortunately at this time, this role does not meet the current criteria for Anchor to offer aSkilled Worker Visa.