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

Benefits offered by this job

Access to online GP appointments

Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme

Discounts on gym, fitness, and wellbe

Exclusive discounts on major brand

Blue Light card eligibility

Training for Level 2 qualification

Salary Advance scheme

Pension contributions up to 18%

Job summary

Anchor in Leeds is seeking a Care Assistant to bring compassion, energy and warmth to our residents. You’ll provide dignified personal care, assist during meals, and support various aspects of daily living with kindness and patience.

No prior care experience is required as training is provided. This full‑time, on‑site role offers progression opportunities, access to online GP appointments, and a generous benefits package including pension contributions and life assurance.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience is required; training is provided.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a caring role.
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy for residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide dignified personal care to residents.
• Assist during mealtimes and support daily living activities.
• Be a compassionate listener and build trust with residents.
• Promote residents' comfort, safety and wellbeing.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

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 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.

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

Care Assistant

Company: Anchor | Salary: £13.51 to £13.51 an hour | Hours: Full-time | Location: LS8 2JH | Working pattern: On-site | Job type: Permanent | Posting date: 19 Oct 2026 | Closing date: 18 Nov 2026

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.

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