Care Assistant - Nights

TN United Kingdom; Forest of Dean; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established not-for-profit organization is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to provide person-centred care for elderly residents. This rewarding role allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older individuals, ensuring their independence and happiness. With comprehensive training and development opportunities available, you can excel in your career while enjoying a supportive work environment. Join a dynamic team that values accountability, respect, courage, and honesty, and be part of a mission to transform housing and care for older people in the UK.

Benefits

Gym and fitness discounts

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Pension plan

Savings and financial advice

Discounts on shopping and technology

Ongoing personal development programs

Leadership pathways

Qualifications

• No previous professional care experience required; training provided.
• Comprehensive training through NVQs and QCFs.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents.
• Assist with meal times and activities.

Skills

Person-centred care

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

NVQ in Health and Social Care

QCF in Health and Social Care

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Shifts: Working 12 hour shifts 8pm to 8am

As a Care Assistant, you will provide person-centred care and support to assist residents in maintaining their independence, including personal care, meal times, and activities, while also offering a listening ear to those who need it most.

Anchor has 4 core values: being Accountable, showing Respect for all, demonstrating Courage, and being Honest. Even if you have no previous professional care experience, you will receive comprehensive training and development to excel in your role, whether in care, housekeeping, catering, or activities. On-the-job training will be provided through NVQ’s and QCF’s.

Care Assistants at Anchor make a meaningful and positive impact on the lives of older people with diverse care needs, life experiences, and personalities, making each day varied and interesting.

Please note: all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK. Anchor does not currently provide Tier 2 sponsorship.

Herries Lodge in Sheffield is home to a well-trained, helpful staff team with rooms for up to 47 residents. We pride ourselves on providing 24-hour care and specialized services for elderly people, along with beautiful grounds, quality catering, and engaging activities.

• Well-established, dynamic, multi-skilled staff team with opportunities for progression within the organization
• A well-led home that has achieved a 'Good' rating with CQC across all five standards
• Strong links with the local community, including local schools and the University of Sheffield

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.

As a not-for-profit organization, every penny we make or save is invested back into the people who live with us, the places they live, and the staff who work here. This results in better care, higher standards of service, better wages, more investment in training and development, and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

We offer support across various aspects of your health, happiness, finance, and career development.

Health & happiness

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

Finance

• Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8%, with matching or better contributions from us
• 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
• Opportunities for career progression and promotion