Care Assistant - Nights

Anchor; Cracoe; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Employer

Online GP appointments

Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme

Gym and wellbeing discounts

Blue Light card access

Level 2 qualification training

Refer-a-friend £250

Pension up to 18% contribution

Job summary

Anchor in Skipton is seeking a caring Care Assistant to support residents with compassionate, energetic service. You will provide dignified personal care, assist during meals, and offer attentive listening in daily life activities.

The role promises varied days, strong development, and access to extensive benefits as part of a Living Wage Foundation employer. No prior care experience is required, with training leading to Level 2 qualification and beyond.

Qualifications

• No care experience required.
• Full training and development program available.
• Passionate about helping older adults and resident wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide dignified personal care to residents.
• Assist during mealtimes and daily activities.
• Offer sensitive support with daily living tasks.
• Be a listening, supportive presence for residents.

Skills

Compassion

Energy

Listening

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2 qualification (care)

Job description

Location: The Mill House Skipton

Hourly Rate of Pay: £13.51 per hour

Closing date: 30/11/2026

Shift: 19:30pm - 07:30am

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 provide 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.

Wondering why you should 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, check out our dedicated being well website. Please follow the link or copy and paste https://anchorbeingwell.co.uk/ into your browser.

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. Unfortunately at this time, this role does not meet the current criteria for Anchor to offer a Skilled Worker Visa.