Care Assistant

Abbeyfield Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading housing and care provider is seeking a Care Assistant (Bank) to join their team in Manchester. The role involves assisting residents with personal and medical care, building relationships, and developing Care Plans. Ideal candidates will have a natural calling to care, be sensitive and empathetic, and will receive comprehensive training. Experience is not necessary, making this a great opportunity for those looking to enter the care sector. Potential candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Accrue paid leave

Mandatory training provided

Qualifications

• Natural calling to care and commitment to exceptional service.
• Must have eligibility to work in the UK.
• Completion of mandatory training required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents.
• Support residents in line with their Care Plans.

Skills

Sensitivity

Empathy

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

14 Swinbourne Grove, Withington, Manchester M20 4PP, UK

Job Description

Posted Tuesday 10 February 2026 at 00:00

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We’re dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

The Role of Care Assistant - Care Assistant (Bank)

Location: Downing House, 14 Swinbourne Grove, Withington, Manchester M20 4PP

Pay: £12.85 p/h

The Role of Care Assistant This is a casual (bank) position.

• As a Care Assistant, you will be asked to work when required, and you will have the choice as to whether or not to accept any work that we offer you.
• As one of our highly valued relief Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
• You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
• You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
• Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding by assisting residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around. Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home and be respectful of residents’ choices, their dignity and independence.
• You’ll also be integral to developing residents' Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.
• In line with your casual (bank) worker assignment agreement, we offer competitive pay that is benchmarked regularly, and in line with those of our employed staff in similar roles.
• And depending on how many hours you work, you will accrue leave at an equivalent rate of 31 days paid leave in a full calendar year, inclusive of bank/public holidays (pro rata).
• To carry out this role, you will be provided with mandatory training to get you started, as part of a comprehensive induction. To work for us in future assignments, you will be expected to keep your mandatory training up to date.

About You

• Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
• Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.
• Don’t worry if you have no experience - we’ll provide you with all the training you need. What’s more important is that you have a natural calling to care, and you'll be passionate and committed to providing exceptional care to our residents, their families and friends.

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.

14 Swinbourne Grove, Withington, Manchester M20 4PP, UK