Bank Care Assistant in North East

Proud to be not-for-profit, Sanctuary Care provides high quality care homes where people are looked after with dignity and respect. Our mission is to enrich the lives of residents, their loved ones, and our dedicated staff.

Bank Care Assistant at Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home, Brandon Lane, Brandon, Durham, DH7 8SH

£12.82 per hour

Hours as and when required

Why work for us?

• We enrich the lives of our residents and staff.
• Let’s have fun while we work, support each other, and work hard as a team.
• 94% of our employees would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work.
• There are training and promotion opportunities available for those who want to pursue them, with daily job satisfaction at Rushyfields for all roles.
• Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes, and the team at Rushyfields is special.

What we offer:

• Your Mind and Body: Occupational sick pay after 12 months’ service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period), Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice), Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare, A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme.
• Your Financial Wellbeing: Additional compensation for overtime, Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice, Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform, Securing your future with our contributory pension plan, Life assurance, Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared).
• Your Job: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), Complimentary meals during long shifts, Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities including a Team Leader Development programme, Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network, Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 months’ service onwards, CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria).

Are you our next Care Assistant?

• We work together as a team to enrich residents’ lives and support colleagues while having fun in the process.
• We provide the highest quality personalised care in line with individual care plans.
• Leisure and social activities are a core part of the day.
• Be kind and supportive to residents, their families and colleagues to do a great job.

What skills do I need?

• Team work: a happy team contributes to happy residents and a happy home.
• Experience is not essential; we will provide training and support.
• Good communication and a flexible approach.
• Kindness and a genuine respect for older people and their needs.

We hope you feel you could be our next team member.

Job Reference: 224280

Please note: If you have lived or worked overseas, you may be required to provide an overseas police check. Any costs incurred will be reimbursed once employment has commenced. We are only accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If applying internally, use your internal careers account to submit your application. We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Please apply early.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Sanctuary is committed to diversity and inclusion and will make adjustments throughout the application process in line with our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group welcomes applications from people of diverse backgrounds to support an inclusive environment. We work with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary for successful applicants, which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.