Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare provider in Gateshead is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to enhance the well-being of local clients. In this full-time role, you will provide personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily activities to ensure clients feel valued and supported. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills, patience, and a desire to engage in continuous training. The position offers flexible hours, local work, and a variety of benefits including paid training, pension scheme, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Death in Service Payment

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Paid training

Self-development progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in effective communication across all levels.
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in working with specific client groups.
• Successfully passed DBS screening.
• Displays patience, compassion, and a positive attitude at all times.
• Eagerness to engage in vocational training programs.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to clients.
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Collect medications and provide reminders.
• Prepare meals for clients.
• Maintain housekeeping as per client preferences.
• Assist clients with mobility.

Skills

Effective communication

Patience

Compassion

Initiative

Basic Math

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant seeking a fulfilling role CCH Group are looking for individuals like you to join our team!

Pay Rate

12.30 per hour plus mileage

Location

Gateshead

Hours

Flexible

Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship.

We understand that not everyone drives. If you travel by bicycle you are very welcome to join us. With our cycle to work scheme and localised rotas this is an excellent opportunity for those who want to make a difference in their own community without needing a car.

CCH is in search of a caring and empathetic Care Assistant to provide dedicated support to the local people of Gateshead ensuring their needs are met with kindness and professionalism.

As an integral member of CCH you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the well‑being and quality of life of each individual under your care.

Your responsibilities will include

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

The Successful Assistant will ensure this is done with the highest level of understanding and dignity for our clients.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey where every interaction counts join us in creating a warm and supportive environment with our clients.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to the team

• Proficient in effective communication across all levels
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in working with our specific client group
• Successfully passed DBS screening
• Patience, compassion & a positive attitude at all times
• Demonstrate eagerness to engage in vocational training programs continually enhancing skills and knowledge
• Display initiative and autonomy

What's in it for you

• Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
• Death in Service Payment
• Pension scheme
• Benefits and Well‑being Platform
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Cycle to work scheme
• 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

  Book an interview at a time and date to suit you!

  Remote Work

  No

  Employment Type

  Full‑time

  Key Skills

  Senior Care, Nursing Home Experience, Hospital Experience, Acute Care, Basic Math, Computer Skills, Caregiving, Vital Signs Experience, Medical Terminology, Rota Management, Mentoring, Leadership Skill

  Experience

  years

  Vacancy

  1