<p style="text-align:center"> </p> <p style="text-align:left">Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.</p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Care Assistant - Nights</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Lyons Court Residential Care Home, Canvey Walk, North Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 6LB</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>​£13.54 per hour​ </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>33 hours per week </strong></span></p> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div> <div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Care that changes lives – including yours </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">We believe care is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a ​Care Assistant​ to our friendly team at<strong> </strong>Lyons Court Residential Care Home​ in Chelmsford. <span style="list-style-type:disc">And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.</span> </span></p> </div> <div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.</span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Your role</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Work as part of a supportive team to enrich the lives of our residents</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Provide personalised care in line with individual care plans</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Encourage and join in with leisure and social activities</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Show kindness and respect to residents, families and colleagues every day</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Your skills</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">No experience needed – we’ll give you all the training and support you need</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Communicate clearly and adapt to different situations</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Bring energy, enthusiasm and a genuine care for older people</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Your rewards</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside <strong>28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays)</strong>, <strong>occupational</strong> <strong>sick pay</strong> linked to length of service, and a <strong>contributory</strong> <strong>pension</strong>, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>CQC</strong> <strong>inspection bonus</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Health and wellbeing support</strong> – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sa…