Care Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Wirral; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave

Annual leave purchase

Training and career development

Flexible working options

Job summary

Sanctuary Care invites applications for a Care Assistant role at Ridgewood Court, Pensby, Wirral. 24 hours per week, night shifts, with a starting hourly rate of £13.27. You’ll join a friendly team dedicated to enriching residents’ lives and delivering personalised care according to care plans.

No prior experience is required as full training is provided; you’ll be supported to grow within a values‑driven organisation that recognises and rewards dedication and compassion.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Provide compassionate, person-centred care according to care plans.
• Support residents with leisure and social activities.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families and colleagues.

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
• 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

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Job description

Care Assistant

Salary: £13.27 per hour

24 hours per week - Nights

Department: Health and Social Care (Qualified and Non-Qualified)

Operation: Sanctuary Care

Closing Date:

Requisition: 229329

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

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 Ridgewood Court in Ridgewood Drive, Pensby, Wirral CH61 8RA. Joining our culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.

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
• 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

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 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
• 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.

Ready to start an inspiring career journey with us?

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

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.

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.