Care jobs at Orchard Healthcare Group
Whether you’re just starting out or looking for the next meaningful step in your career, working in care is one of the most rewarding paths you can take. As an award-winning care provider, we’re proud to be deeply rooted in our communities, delivering exactly the kind of care we’d want for our own loved ones – and we’re looking for people like you to join us.
Why work at Orchard Healthcare Group
Every day you'll make a real difference - helping people live with dignity, comfort and joy.
You’ll be part of a warm, welcoming team where kindness, respect and teamwork matter every day.
From care assistant to home manager and beyond, we’ll support your development at every stage.
Through the Orchard Academy, you’ll access recognised training, development pathways and opportunities to grow your confidence.
Our homes sit at the heart of local communities, creating rewarding careers with real connection and purpose.
The Orchard Academy
Begin with a structured induction, Care Certificate training and guidance from experienced colleagues who help you settle in and succeed.
Develop expertise in dementia care, mental health support, medication and person-centred practice through meaningful, hands-on learning.
Whether you’re aiming for your next step or future leadership, we’ll help you grow with clear development pathways and support.
Discover our Reconnect approach and evidence-led models that are helping reshape specialist dementia and mental health care.
Colleague stories
“I joined Orchard with no care experience. With training, support and belief in me, I progressed into a Senior Care Assistant role.”
Jamie Caldwell
Senior Care Assistant (Nights)
“The learning and development opportunities we have now are brilliant. Whether it’s a Care Assistant wanting to go into a clinical, nursing position or a member of the kitchen team wanting to achieve a specific qualification, there are so many pathways and development programmes that Orchard offer.”
Laura Pickering
“I love my role because I enjoy being part of the kitchen team and putting my passion for cooking to good use, and yet I also get to see the residents regularly. It’s so rewarding seeing them so happy and well cared for. My favourite thing about working here is the team… we are like a family!”
Stacy
Kitchen Assistant
Excellent rates of pay across care, hospitality, leadership and support roles, with regular reviews and recognition for great work.
A range of shift patterns, part-time opportunities and flexible options to help you balance work and life.
Access funded training, recognised qualifications and development pathways through Orchard Academy from day one.
Confidential emotional, practical and financial support, plus wellbeing tools and resources whenever you need them.
Company pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced support that helps you plan with confidence.
Annual awards, long service recognition, referral bonuses and team celebrations.
Opportunities at Orchard Healthcare Group
With opportunities across our care homes and support centre, there are many ways to build a rewarding career with Orchard – where your skills can make a difference.
Explore current vacancies across our 23 care homes and find the role that’s right for you.
