Care Assistant

Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick pay

Pension

Health support

Life insurance

Parental leave

Training

Flexible working

Inclusive culture

Free meals

Discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Care is recruiting a Care Assistant for Barony Lodge in Nantwich. You will work 33 hours a week, on days and every other weekend, with 12-hour days. The role supports residents with personalised care and engages in activities to enrich lives at Barony Road, Nantwich.

Salary is £13.27 per hour with a strong benefits package and a not-for-profit ethos. Join an Investors in People Gold accredited organisation that values training, development and flexible working options to help you

Qualifications

• No experience needed – we’ll give you all the training and support you need
• Able to communicate clearly and adapt to different situations
• Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home

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

Communication

Energy

Care for elderly

Job description

Title: Care Assistant

Nantwich, Cheshire, GB, CW5 5QS

Care Assistant

Barony Lodge, Nantwich - Barony Road, CW5 5QS

£13.27 Per Hour

33 Hours available- DAYS- every other weekend working -12 hour days

33 Hours available- NIGHTS- every other weekend working -12 hour days

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 Barony Lodge in Nantwich - Barony Road, CW5 5QS. 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.

When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

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, 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 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 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. Sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.

EnrichingCare

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

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

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