Care Assistant - Bank

Abbeyfield Group; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This rewarding role focuses on providing exceptional care to older residents, helping them with personal and medical needs while fostering meaningful relationships. As a bank staff member, you will enjoy flexibility in your work schedule, allowing you to choose when to accept assignments. With comprehensive training provided, this is a perfect opportunity for those new to care or looking to retrain. Join a dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of others while enjoying competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Accrued leave

Mandatory training

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Natural calling to care with a passion for providing exceptional support.
• Mandatory training provided; no prior experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal and medical care needs.
• Build meaningful relationships and support residents emotionally.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Personal Care

Medical Care

Education

No formal qualifications required

Tools

Care Plans

Mandatory Training

Job description

Dene St, Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 1EB, UK Req #466

24 April 2025

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

Role: Care Assistant - Bank
Location: Hope Bank View, Dene Street, Silksworth, Sunderland, SR3 1EB
Pay: £13.31p/h

The Role of Care Assistant - This is a casual (bank) position.

• As a Care Assistant, you will be asked to work when required and will have the choice as to whether or not to accept any work that we offer you.
• As one of our highly valued relief Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
• You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care, and following social interests.
• You’ll build a special bond with each resident and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
• Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting, and rewarding by assisting residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking, and getting around. Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home and be respectful of residents’ choices, their dignity, and independence.
• You’ll also be integral to developing residents' Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.
• In line with your casual (bank) worker assignment agreement, we offer competitive pay that is benchmarked regularly and in line with those of our employed staff in similar roles.
• Depending on how many hours you work, you will accrue leave at an equivalent rate of 31 days paid leave in a full calendar year, inclusive of bank/public holidays (pro rata).
• To carry out this role, you will be provided with mandatory training to get you started, as part of a comprehensive induction. To work for us in future assignments, you will be expected to keep your mandatory training up to date.

About You

• Are you sensitive, empathetic, and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
• Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.
• Don’t worry if you have no experience - we’ll provide you with all the training you need. What’s more important is that you have a natural calling to care and you'll be passionate and committed to providing exceptional care to our residents, their families, and friends.

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references, and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.