Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay

Enhanced occupational paternity pay

Death in Service Payment

Well-being Platform

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral!

Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts

Paid training – online and face to face

Self-development opportunities

Access to our in-house app

Job summary

A leading homecare provider in Gateshead is looking for compassionate Care Assistants to join their team. You'll make a genuine impact in the lives of others, offering companionship, personal care, medication administration, and meal preparation. Enjoy flexible hours and competitive pay while contributing to a rewarding career in homecare. No experience is necessary, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a fulfilling career in care.

Qualifications

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills.
• Patience, compassion, and a positive attitude at all times.
• A responsible, dedicated & flexible approach to your work.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and prevent loneliness.
• Assist with personal hygiene and care.
• Administer medication and provide reminders.
• Prepare tasty meals.
• Maintain cleanliness in the home.
• Assist with mobility.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassion

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Job description

Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Care Assistant at Comfort Call (Part of CCH Group) in Gateshead!

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a genuine impact in people's lives? Join Comfort Call (CCH Group), the countries leading homecare provider where you'll be valued, supported, and empowered to deliver exceptional care. We offer flexible hours, competitive pay, and fantastic opportunities for career growth. We truly are people first. If you're ready to be part of a team that truly cares, we want to hear from you!

Shifts available:Full Time & Part Time Hours Available

• Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
• Death in Service Payment
• Benefits and Well-being Platform
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral!
• Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts at big brands for you
• Flexible hours, part and full time available
• Local work and paid mileage
• Paid training – online and face to face
• Self-development – progression opportunities
• Access to our in-house app
• Work for the largest care company in the UK!
• No experience necessary
• Book an interview at a time and date to suit you!

Job Description

The kind of things you may help with?

• Companionship– being a friendly face & preventing loneliness.
• Personal Care– all aspects of personal hygiene and personal care.
• Medication– collecting prescriptions & providing reminders as well as administering medication.
• Mealtimes– preparing tasty meals.
• Housekeeping– keeping their home just the way they like it.
• Mobility– help with getting around.

Qualifications

What you’ll need?

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion & a positive attitude at all times
• A responsible, dedicated & flexible approach to your work

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We're an equal opportunities employer. Thanks to the commitment of our health care assistants, we see extraordinary achievements happen every day. We are transforming the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have care assistant vacancies across the country, and we offer a world of career opportunity, choice and security.