Location: Canterbury House Ipswich
Hourly Rate of Pay: £13.79 - £14.39 per hour
Closing date: 09/12/2026

30 hours per week, either 12 hour shift - 8 am - 8 pm or 6 hour shifts - 8 am - 2 pm or 2 pm - 8 pm.
Includes working every other weekend.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
• Support residents with meals, hydration, and daily activities.
• Build positive relationships with residents and provide emotional support.
• Maintain accurate care records and report any concerns to senior staff.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity, and choice at all times.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, infection control, and care home policies.
• Work as part of a team to provide a safe and supportive environment.

Requirements

• Caring, compassionate, and patient nature.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and professional attitude.
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
• Understanding of dementia care is desirable.

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. Unfortunately at this time, this role does not meet the current criteria for Anchor to offer a Skilled Worker Visa.

Canterbury House in Hadleigh is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 63 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.

Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older people. Apply through our website.