Care Assistant

Be Caring Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a dedicated Care Assistant to support individuals in their homes. The role offers full training, flexible hours, and a competitive wage of £12.82 per hour. As a Care Assistant, you’ll help clients maintain their independence and provide essential support with daily living tasks. Join a team that values employees and provides support, with additional benefits including travel compensation and bonuses. No experience necessary as comprehensive training will be provided.

Benefits

Bonuses worth up to £925

Flexible full-time hours

Fully funded training and qualifications

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided.
• Must be comfortable supporting individuals in personal care.
• Flexible availability for various shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live independently in their homes.
• Assist with medication management and meal preparation.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Time Management

Job description

Care Assistant

Company: Be Caring

Location: Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Date Posted: 2025-11-30T00:16:45Z

Valid Through: 2026-02-28T00:16:45Z

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Salary: 12.82-12.82 GBP per HOUR

Description

Make a Difference in Your Community - Join Be Caring as a Full-Time Care Worker

Are you someone who naturally cares for others - perhaps a friend, neighbour or family member? Why not use your experience to support people across your local community, with full training, stable hours, and meaningful work you'll feel proud of?

Be Caring is recruiting:

• 4 x Female Drivers

Covering areas across Newcastle, including: Fawdon, Gosforth, Kenton, Heaton, North Jesmond and Dinnington (NE2, NE3, NE7, NE13).

Why Join Be Caring?

• We pay fairly for your time: No pay-per-call here! You're paid for the full block, from the first call to the last.
• £12.82/hr (Drivers)
• 45p per mile for drivers
• Bonuses worth up to £925 - including a new starter bonus, refer-a-friend, annual bonus, and even a birthday voucher!
• Flexible full-time hours
• Fully funded induction & qualifications (including Level 2 Health & Social Care)
• Support for you - with our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, union membership, and a team who truly care.

Working Hours

Your working hours will be aligned with our shift patterns, which include early starts, late evenings and weekend working:

• Early shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm
• Late shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm

We'll agree your working pattern together, setting a 2 week rota which includes:

• Alternate full weekends
• Every Saturday or every Sunday
• Agreed evening availability

What You'll Be Doing

You'll support people in your local community to:

• Live independently and confidently
• Stay connected with others
• Achieve meaningful personal outcomes
• Stay safe, respected, and well-cared for

Whether it's helping with medication, preparing meals, assisting with personal care, or being a friendly face, you'll be making a real difference every single day.

No Experience? No Problem.

Whether you're brand new to care or returning after caring for someone close to you, we provide comprehensive training:

• 1 week classroom-based induction
• 2 days shadowing with experienced colleagues
• Ongoing online learning modules
• Mental health and capacity (Oliver McGowan Tier 1)
• Moving and positioning
• Medication and nutrition
• Dignity, respect, and professional boundaries

Ready to Start a Role Where You Feel Valued?

As an employee-owned organisation, every colleague has a voice - and a real stake - in the way we run things. When you join Be Caring, you become part of a team that's people-first, values-led, and proud to go Above & Beyond.