Care Assistant

Avon Search; Hexham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Family-run environment

Long-term employment

Job summary

Avon Search is hiring a Healthcare Assistant for a small, family-owned residential care home in Allendale, Northumberland. The role focuses on person-centred care for 13 residents with learning disabilities and complex needs, in a warm, supportive environment.

The position is full-time, averaging 35 hours per week, with a rolling rota including day and night shifts and paid breaks. A compassionate, professional approach and good teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is preferred.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and professional approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Promote dignity, independence, and choice.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Assist with mobility and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records.
• Encourage participation in activities and social interaction.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Full Time | 35 Hours Per Week | Residential Care

Location: Allendale, Northumberland
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Paid Breaks Included

Family-Owned | Stand-Alone Service | 12 Residents | Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a small, friendly care home where you can really make a difference?

We are recruiting Healthcare Assistants to join a well-established, family-owned residential care service in Allendale, Northumberland. With over 30 years of experience, this stand-alone home provides specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs, supporting just 13 residents in a warm, homely environment.

Working in a smaller service allows you to build meaningful relationships with residents, provide truly person-centred care, and become part of a supportive and close-knit team.

Shift Pattern

This is a full-time role averaging 35 hours per week, working a rolling rota of:

• Week 1: 3 shifts
• Week 2: 2 shifts

Night Shift

• 6:00pm – 8:00pm

About the Service

This welcoming residential home offers:

• Specialist care for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs
• Accommodation for 13 residents
• Long-term placements and short-term respite care
• A safe, homely, and supportive environment
• Individualised care plans focused on dignity, independence, and choice
• Activities that promote wellbeing, confidence, social interaction, and independence

Your Responsibilities

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care
• Support residents with personal care and daily living activities
• Promote dignity, independence, and choice
• Provide emotional support and companionship
• Assist with mobility and wellbeing
• Maintain accurate care records
• Encourage participation in activities and social interaction

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a care setting is preferred
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable
• A caring, patient, and professional approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities

What You’ll Receive

• £13.50 per hour
• Paid breaks
• Full-time contract averaging 35 hours per week
• Flexible rota with a mix of day and night shifts
• Supportive, family-run working environment
• Stable, long-term employment
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of residents every day

If you’re looking to join a small, friendly care home where your commitment and compassion will be genuinely appreciated, we’d love to hear from you.