Care Assistant

Sanctuary Group; North East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave pro rata incl. BH

Sick pay

Pension (contributory)

Health & wellbeing support

Life insurance

Training & career development

Flexible working options

Free meals

Job summary

Sanctuary Group is seeking a Care Assistant for Rushyfields in Brandon Lane, Durham (DH7 8SH). You will work as part of a friendly team to enrich residents' lives, providing personalised care and supporting daily activities.

No prior experience is required as full training is provided; you will also help residents join in leisure activities with energy, compassion and respect.

Qualifications

• No experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate clearly.
• Willingness to learn and support older residents.

Responsibilities

• Support residents and enrich lives as part of a team.
• Provide personalised care in line with individual care plans.
• Encourage leisure and social activities.
• Show kindness and respect to residents, families and colleagues.

Skills

Teamwork

No experience needed

Clear communication

Caring attitude

Job description

Care Assistant

Rushyfields, Brandon - Brandon Lane, Durham, DH7 8SH

£13.27 Per Hour

33 hours per week

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 Rushyfields in Brandon - Brandon Lane, Durham, DH7 8SH. With 94% of our colleagues saying they would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture where you’re supported to thrive and grow, and 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 arrangements annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Free meals dependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

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 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.