Sanctuary Group
Care Assistant
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At Sanctuary Care, we provide high-quality care homes where everyone is looked after with respect and dignity. Our mission is to exceed standard expectations by enriching the lives of residents, their families, and our devoted team.
Care Assistant – Full-time, Day Shifts
Location: Redhill Court Residential Care Home 77 Nearhill Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, West Midlands, B38 8JU
Salary: £13.27 per hour Hours: 38.5 hours (day shifts available)
Care That Changes Lives
We’re looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to join our wonderful team at Redhill Court Residential Care Home in Birmingham. With 94% of our staff saying they’d recommend Sanctuary Care as a fantastic workplace, you’ll experience a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to thrive and grow.
We’re Investors in People Gold-accredited and not-for-profit, meaning all profits reinvest into our staff and residences. Whether you’re certain about your career path or still exploring it, we’ll help you develop every step of the way—from your first day to future career growth.
Sanctuary Care is a leading award-winning organisation, recognised with:
- 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People
- 2025 Care Home Awards for Best Training & Development
- Outstanding Larger Care Home Group
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- Support residents as part of a friendly, dedicated team
- Deliver personalised care based on individual care plans
- Encourage and participate in leisure and social activities
- Provide warm, respectful, and compassionate care to residents, their families, and colleagues
You’ll Bring
✅ Enjoyment in working as part of a team to create a happy, homely environment ✅ No prior experience required—we’ll provide full training and ongoing support ✅ Clear communication and the ability to adapt effectively ✅ Passion, energy, and genuine care for older adults
Your Rewards
We don’t just offer a salary—we offer a supportive, rewarding career with exceptional benefits:
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro-rata, including bank holidays)
- Occupational sick pay tied to service length
- Contributory pension scheme
- CQC Inspection Bonus
- Wellbeing support, including:
- Aviva Digicare+ (virtual GP appointments)
- Employee Assistance Programme (legal, medical, counselling)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Parental leave arrangements and an annual leave purchase scheme
- Fully funded training including the Team Leader Development Programme
- Flexible working options and inclusive culture, with networks like:
- PRISM (LGBTQ+), Disability, Race Equality, and Parent Networks
- Free meals (dependent on shift duration)
- Company discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice schemes
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Next Steps
Apply now and join a compassionate team committed to exceptional care. Explore our values, culture, and team stories at www.sanctuary-care.co.uk/jobs.
Before applying, please note:
✔ Right to work in the UK is mandatory ✔ Safeguarding & pre-employment checks will take place (criminal records, overseas checks if applicable) ✔ Internal candidates should apply via their Sanctuary Care careers account ✔ Adverts may close early—apply promptly
Commitment to Equality & Inclusion
We are a diverse and inclusive organisation dedicated to building an environment where everyone can thrive. We fully support Disability Confident Workplace policies and invite applications from all backgrounds.
Safeguarding is critical in our care roles. Sanctuary Housing Association is an exempt charity, and all employees support its mission of ethical, inclusive housing and care.
"Building Equality and Diversity every day."
We partner with the Home Office to prevent illegal employment. Eligible candidates must pass an Enhanced DBS Check, which is funded by Sanctuary Care.
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