Care Assistant

Sanctuary; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave pro rata

Pension

Life insurance

Training & development

Flexible working

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Care Meadows House in London is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join a friendly team. You will provide personalised care and support residents with activities, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.

No prior experience is required as full training is provided; we welcome enthusiastic people who want to make a difference in older adults’ lives. This role is based on site in Kidbrooke, London.

Qualifications

• No formal care qualifications required; full training provided.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team.
• Compassion and respect for residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Support residents to enrich their daily lives.
• Provide care in line with personalised care plans.
• Encourage participation in leisure and social activities.
• Treat residents, families and colleagues with kindness and respect.

Skills

Teamwork

Clear communication

Empathy

Willing to learn

Job description

Care Assistant Meadows House Residential and Nursing Home, 95 Tudway Road, Kidbrooke, London, SE3 9YG £13.80 per hour 33 Hours per week

Care that changes lives - including yours Webelieve care is more than a job - it's a calling, and we'dlove you to be part of it.

We're excited to welcome aCare Assistantto ourfriendlyteamatMeadows HouseinLondon.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 proudlyInvestors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit,which means every pennywe makegoes straight backinto 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 Peopleand the 2025 Care Home AwardsBest 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, alongside28 days' annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays),occupationalsick paylinked to length of service, and a contributorypension, we've created a package to help you thrive:

• CQC inspection bonus
• Health and wellbeingsupport- 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 trainingandongoingcareer developmentopportunities, 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

Some rewards are subject toa 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.

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