Care Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift bonus

Health and wellbeing

Life insurance

Parental leave

Career development

Flexible working

Free meals

Retail discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Group's Iffley Residential and Nursing Home in Oxford is seeking a Care Assistant to join our friendly team and provide personalised care to residents in line with individual care plans within a supportive environment.

No experience needed; full training will be provided, and you will work with a compassionate team to enrich the lives of those in our care. 28 days' annual leave pro rata, pension, night shift bonus, and development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• No experience required; full training provided.
• Able to communicate clearly and adapt to different situations.
• Genuine care and enthusiasm for older people.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Clear communication

Empathy

Adaptability

Job description

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. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. 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. Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home

• 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

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 Iffley Residential and Nursing Home in Oxford. 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

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:

• £1 per hour night shift enhancement
• 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 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