Care Assistant- Days

Anchor Hanover; Skipton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Skipton is seeking a Care Assistant to offer compassionate support to residents. This role requires no previous care experience and provides access to thorough training and opportunities for career progression. The ideal candidate is someone who is empathetic and enjoys building meaningful connections with others. Benefits include a buy & sell holiday scheme, discounts on various services, and support for training qualifications.

Benefits

Access to online GP appointments

Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme

Discounts on gym and wellbeing services

Exclusive discounts on major brands

Eligibility for a Blue Light card

Savings advice and free life assurance

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required.
• Access to training for Level 2 qualification.
• Opportunities for career progression.

Responsibilities

• Provide dignified personal care and assistance.
• Offer sensitive and appropriate support.
• Build strong relationships with residents.

Skills

Compassionate care

Listening skills

Building relationships

Job description

Overview

Role: Care Assistant at Anchor. Rolling rota from 7:30am to 19:30pm, with every other weekend off. Anchor is an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer committed to paying a real living wage to all colleagues.

We offer a range of benefits and development opportunities. If you are passionate about caring for people in later life, join us as a Care Assistant. No previous care experience? We are recognized by Skills for Care for our learning and development program.

Responsibilities

• Provide dignified personal care and assistance during mealtimes.
• Provide sensitive and appropriate support with various aspects of residents’ lives.
• Be a comforting and attentive listener.
• Build strong relationships with residents based on understanding, trust, and genuine care.

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required.
• Access to training for Level 2 qualification and beyond.
• Opportunities for career progression (from Care Assistant to Leadership Roles).
• Living Wage Foundation employer status.

Benefits

• Access to online GP appointments
• Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme
• Discounts on gym, fitness, and wellbeing services
• Exclusive discounts on major brand shopping, holidays, phones, technology, and more
• Eligibility for a Blue Light card
• Access to training for your Level 2 qualification and beyond
• £250 through our refer-a-friend scheme
• Savings advice, free life assurance, Salary Advance scheme, and many more benefits
• Opportunities for career progression and promotion
• Up to 18% contribution pension