Care Assistant

Premier Care Homes Ltd; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run care home in Chester-le-Street is seeking a Care Assistant for day shifts. Responsibilities include providing personal care and support to elderly residents, with opportunities for training and advancement. Ideal candidates will be aged 18+, previous care experience is a plus but not essential. The role offers competitive pay and a supportive environment for career growth.

Benefits

Free training and qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Free uniforms

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme

Recommend a friend payment

Long service recognition

Free flu vaccination

Qualifications

• Applicants must be aged 18+ due to personal care responsibilities.
• Previous care experience is desirable but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, comfort, and companionship to elderly residents.
• Assist with personal care including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting.
• Support residents with daily activities and other care duties.

Job description

Overview

Care Assistant – Days, 20 hours per week, £12.21 - £12.41 per hour

We have an exciting opportunity for a Care Assistant at Durham House Residential Care Home in Chester le Street. Durham House Residential Care Home is family-run and caters for 31 older persons requiring residential and residential Dementia care provided to an exceptionally high standard.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, comfort and companionship to elderly residents as part of a team
• Assist with personal care including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting
• Support residents with daily activities and other care duties as required

Qualifications and requirements

• Applicants must be aged 18+ as will be providing personal care
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential as training can be given

Opportunity and training

This permanent position is also a great opportunity for career progression, with opportunities for promotion within the Care Home. Premier Care Homes provides all staff with a wide range of training, plus access to Level 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care.

Benefits

• Free training and qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Free uniforms
• Free on-site parking
• Pension scheme
• Recommend a friend payment
• Long service recognition
• Free flu vaccination

Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure.

To apply please call, or email to request an application form.