Care and Support Worker – North Yorkshire Council, Sycamore Hall

Salary: £13.92 to £14.59 per hour plus £30 payment for each weekend shift worked

Grade: E

Contract Type: Permanent

Vacancy Hours: Part Time, 26 hours per week - Days (Monday to Sunday on a rota basis)

Location: Bainbridge, North Yorkshire  

Make Care Matter – because small things make a huge difference.

We are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for a Part Time Care and Support Worker to join our team here at Sycamore Hall in the beautiful scenic village of Bainbridge, North Yorkshire.

We are proud of our strong track record as a leading care service provider and are looking for dedicated Care and Support Workers to support our mission of helping people live longer, healthier, and more independent lives at Sycamore Hall in Bainbridge.

Working in care is more than just a job, it’s a chance to make a real difference. As a Care and Support Worker, you’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive team delivering compassionate care that empowers people to live independently and with dignity.

What you will be doing:

• Building meaningful relationships through conversation, shared activities, and storytelling
• Supporting individuals to follow their care and support plans
• Encouraging independence and promoting well-being
• Working flexibly across a 7-day rota, including some evenings and weekends (with enhanced pay)

What we are looking for:

• A kind, patient and respectful approach
• Great communication and a willingness to learn
• Experience is welcome, but not essential, we will provide full training and support
• If you don’t already have a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care, we will help you achieve it through our apprenticeship route

What we offer:

• Enhancement for weekend working / night working
• Starting salary dependent on experience and qualifications
• Training and support which will include minimum training to Level 2 in Social Care
• Access to range of salary sacrifice schemes and discounts including green car scheme, childcare vouchers and home
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same
• A supportive team and clear guidance from experienced colleagues
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression

Whether you are starting your career in care or looking for a fresh opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and start making a difference today, please submit an online application form and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss this further with you.

For further information about this role please contact Kate Wylie at Kate.Wylie@northyorks.gov.uk

Key Documents

Job Description Care and Support Worker Grade E.docx

Total Rewards

Key Dates

Closing Date: Monday 19 October 2026

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 20 October 2026

Interview Date: Monday 26 October 2026

Venue for Interview: Sycamore Hall, Sycamore Close, Bainbridge, DL8 3HF

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***DBS***  

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. 

It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.

We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of adults at risk.

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. 

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.