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Care Assistant (Durham, Durham, GB, DH7 8SH)

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WhereDurham
Pay£13.27 Per Hour

Care Assistant Rushyfields, Brandon - Brandon Lane, Durham, DH7 8SH £13.27 Per Hour 33 hours per week Care that changes lives – including yours 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 Rushyfields in Brandon - Brandon Lane, Durham, DH7 8SH. With 94% of our colleagues saying they would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture where you’re supported to thrive and grow, and recognised for the difference you make. 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. 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. Your role <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Work as part of a supportive team to enrich the lives of our residents</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide personalised care in line with individual care plans</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Encourage and join in with leisure and social activities</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Show kindness and respect to residents, families and colleagues every day</li> </ul> Your skills <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">No experience needed – we’ll give you all the training and support you need</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Communicate clearly and adapt to different situations</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Bring energy, ent…

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Chat with clients and get to know their background, interests and needs
Help with washing, dressing and personal care
Make food, assist with eating and make sure medication is taken if needed

Typical pay (UK): £20,000 starting · £25,000 experienced
Typical hours: 35 to 45 a week

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Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0

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