Care Assistant

Hales Group; New Penshaw; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Paid travel time

Generous mileage allowance

Early Pay access with Hastee

Blue Light Card discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Well-being programme

Job summary

Hales Homecare in Washington, NE37, is hiring a Home Care Assistant. No experience required as full training is provided. Earn £12.71 per hour with mileage at 30p per mile and travel time paid at £12.71 per hour.

Shift pattern covers weeks with 7am–7:30pm hours; driven by care for independent living at home. Successful applicants will have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. This role offers guaranteed hours and comprehensive benefits, plus paid training and progression

Qualifications

• Strong care ethics and a desire to help others.
• Reliable, honest, and a positive team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks (washing, dressing, toileting).
• Support medication and meal preparation.
• Help with light domestic tasks and shopping needs.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Looking for a role that makes a real difference?

Whether you're a student, returning to work, changing careers, or have experience caring for a loved one, a career in homecare could be the perfect next step.

A role in homecare offers more than just a job - it's the opportunity to help people live independently in the comfort of their own home while building a rewarding career. Join our team today! No experience is required as full paid training is provided by our dedicated Internal Training Team

• Home Care Assistant
• Based in Washington
• Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour + mileage at £0.30 per mile & travel time at £12.71 per hour
• Shift Pattern: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Week 2: Thursday, Friday
• Working hours between 7am and 7:30pm
• Areas Covered: NE37
• No experience necessary - paid training and induction to ensure you feel confident in your role.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is ideal.

YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. PLEASE NOTE, WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS REQUIRING A TIER 2 CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP.

At Hales Homecare, we offer more than just care - we provide career opportunities, job security, superb benefits and the chance to change lives every day.

Your Role as a Home Care Assistant

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll support individuals in Washington to live independently in the comfort of their own home. Every visit is an opportunity to make someone's day brighter and yours more fulfilling.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with personal care routines (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Supporting medication and meal preparation
• Helping with light domestic tasks and grocery needs
• Providing companionship and emotional support

• Passionate about helping others and committed to delivering high-quality care and support
• A reliable and honest team player with a positive attitude
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• No experience necessary, we have had people join from hospitality, retail, and customer service backgrounds
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

What We Offer - More Than Just Care

Your Hales Perks include:

• Guaranteed hours
• Paid travel time
• Generous mileage allowance - 30p per mile
• Early Pay access with Hastee
• FREE Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts at over 15,000 retailers
• Refer a Friend bonus up to £517
• Reward and Recognition schemes - Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes
• Pension scheme & subsidised insurance
• Free uniform & PPE
• Comprehensive Well-being Programme including up to 10 therapy sessions with qualified counsellors, 24/7 telephone support from health and legal professionals, and access to our health and well-being app
• Health and Financial Well-being Support

Training & Career Development

Whether you're new to care or experienced, we provide:

• Paid, comprehensive training
• Ongoing coaching and support
• Funded qualifications & apprenticeships
• Clear progression routes - many of our Care Assistants advance to Senior Carer, Team Leader or Management roles

About Us

Since 1999, Hales Homecare has been committed to delivering technology-enabled, person-centred care to vulnerable people in the community. We value our staff and provide the tools and support needed for success.

Please note: This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.