Care Assistant - Nights

TN United Kingdom; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Care Assistant, where your compassion and energy will make a real difference in the lives of older individuals. This role promises a diverse and rewarding experience, as you provide personal care and emotional support to residents, helping them lead fulfilling lives. With access to comprehensive training and career progression opportunities, you will not only enhance your skills but also contribute to a mission that prioritizes the well-being of its residents. Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusion while offering a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Access to online GP appointments

Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme

Discounts on gym and wellbeing services

Blue Light card eligibility

Refer-a-friend scheme

Savings advice

Free life assurance

Salary Advance scheme

Career progression opportunities

Up to 18% contribution pension

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals who can provide dignified personal care.
• Ability to assist during mealtimes and offer emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents with varying needs.
• Build strong relationships based on trust and understanding.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Personal Care

Listening Skills

Education

Level 2 Qualification in Care

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Care Assistant - Nights, Bishop's Stortford

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Client:

Anchor

Location:

Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

As an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer, Anchor is committed to paying a real living wage to all our colleagues. We believe, as well as taking care of our residents, we should also take care of our employees. We have a fabulous range of benefits available to colleagues, some of which are highlighted below.

If you are as passionate as we are about taking care of people in later life, then we invite you to join us as a Care Assistant.

Don’t have any experience in care? No worries! We are recognized by Skills for Care as having one of the best learning and development programs in adult social care.

Ready to embark on a journey of making a real difference in people's lives?

Job Purpose:

As a Care Assistant, you’ll bring compassion, energy, and fun to our residents. Your role includes providing dignified personal care, assisting during mealtimes, and providing sensitive and appropriate support with various aspects of people’s lives. Beyond physical care, you'll also be a comforting and attentive listener.

Each day as a Care Assistant promises to be diverse. Our residents are unique, each with distinct care needs, personalities, and life stories. Your contributions will be not just inspiring but immensely enjoyable as you build strong relationships based on understanding, trust, and genuine care.

Why consider joining Anchor as a Care Assistant?

• We are an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer
• 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 (offering substantial savings for frontline staff)
• 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 (from Care Assistant to Leadership Roles)
• Up to 18% contribution pension

To see our full range of benefits, please visit our dedicated website by following the link or copying and pasting it into your browser.

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role.

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live, and the people who work here. That results in a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development, and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

• Gym, fitness, and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options

Finance

• Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8%, and we’ll match it or better
• Quick and easy pension transfer service
• Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology, and more
• Ongoing personal and professional development programs
• Leadership Pathways online learning resources
• Career progression and promotion opportunities

To see our full range of benefits, please visit our dedicated website.

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion in all we do, knowing that a diverse team provides better care and support for our residents and colleagues.

We have LGBT+ and Disability, Race & Ethnicity colleague networks that promote diversity, address concerns, and empower members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to promote diversity and allyship.

We are members of Inclusive Employers, Stonewall Diversity Champions, and signatories to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes.

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