Care Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Liskeard; On-site; GBP 15,286 - 21,771; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days’ annual leave pro rata

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension

Health and wellbeing support

Company‑paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements

Annual leave purchase scheme

Company-funded training

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Exclusive retail discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Group is seeking a Care Assistant at Pengover Residential and Nursing Home in Liskeard. This part-time role offers 24 hours per week with an hourly rate of £13.45. You will work within a welcoming team to support residents and follow personalised care plans, fostering a friendly, respectful home environment.

Applicants with no prior care experience are welcome, as full training and ongoing support are provided to help you thrive in this essential role.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; full training and support provided.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a supportive team to enrich the lives of residents.
• Provide personalised care in line with individual care plans.
• Encourage and join in with social and leisure activities.
• Show kindness and respect to residents, families and colleagues daily.
• Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home.
• No experience needed – training and support provided.

Job description

Job Title: Care Assistant

Location: Pengover Residential and Nursing Home, Pengover Rd, Liskeard PL14 3EN

Hourly wage: £13.45 per hour

Hours: 24 hours per week

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
• 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, alongside 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• CQC/CI inspection bonus
• 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 arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company‑funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• 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.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre‑employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

Inclusion

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. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application, which we will pay for.

Ready to start an inspiring career journey with us?

Apply today and join us in leading the way in care.