We’re seeking compassionate and resilient individuals to join the JRHT Care Assistant team at New Lodge. There is residential and domiciliary accommodation available at New Lodge, a thriving community in New Earswick that provides care accommodation for people aged 55 and over. It is a sanctuary for those looking to lead independent lives. The genuine sense of community and togetherness felt among our staff here makes it a great place to work. Along with assisting residents and helping with day‑to‑day tasks, you will get to know the people you support and become a familiar face to them and their relatives.
Qualities we look for
- Naturally motivated by helping other people
- Dependable, diligent and reliable
- Outstanding problem‑solving skills and adaptability to excel in different situations
- Good time‑management skills
- Flexibility to keep up with changing standards and codes of conduct
- A natural listener with excellent communication skills
- Decisive and able to remain calm under pressure
Essential Requirements
- Right to work – sponsorship is not available for these roles, you must have the legal right to work in the UK
- DBS – these roles will be subject to a successful DBS check that covers regulated activity
- Care experience – at least 6 months experience providing personal care and support in a paid or voluntary care setting
The Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT) is a registered housing association and care provider in Yorkshire and the North‑East. With 350+ people working together and 100 years of history, people remain at the heart of what we do.
Shift schedule: Shifts at New Lodge are 7.5 hours (including an unpaid 30‑minute break). Early shifts start at 7:00 am and late shifts at 1:00 pm (residential care). Part‑time roles are 4 shifts a week (28 hours in total).
Benefits package includes:
- Receive a £500 welcome bonus
- 33 days paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell more days
- On‑call, overtime and shift enhancement bonuses including a 10% enhancement for night shift hours between 11 pm and 7 am
- Wellbeing hub, face‑to‑face counselling, access to staff network groups and an employee support programme offering confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year
- Excellent pension scheme with a 6% employer contribution, plus death in service
- Fully funded coaching, mentoring, leadership and development programmes, plus NVQ 2 & 3 certification support and increased pay
- Cost‑of‑living support with discounts and vouchers with 800+ retailers, utility services and supermarkets via the rewards portal
- Emergency leave, carer’s leave and enhanced new‑parent and adoption pay
- Health care cash plan and gym membership discounts
- Free on‑site parking, season ticket travel loan and a cycle‑to‑work scheme
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