Care Assistant

Abbeyfield; North Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services seeks compassionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This rewarding role involves providing essential support to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence while assisting with personal and medical care. You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference in the lives of those you care for. The organization values its staff and offers numerous benefits, including competitive pay, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development. If you have a natural calling to care and want to be part of a dedicated team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to 31 days paid leave

Life Assurance

Pay progression based on skills

Learning and career development opportunities

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Shop and save vouchers

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Sensitivity and empathy are crucial for this role.
• No prior experience required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and medical needs.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents for emotional support.
• Develop and follow individual Care Plans for residents.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Personal Care

Medical Care

Education

Training in Care

Job description

Dene St, Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 1EB, UK Req #688

11 April 2025

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

Location: Hope Bank View, Dene St, Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 1EB
Role: Care Assistant
Hours: 32 Hours a week and alternative weekends
Pay: £12.96 p/h.

The Role of Care Assistant

• As one of our highly valued Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
• You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
• You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
• Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
• Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; their dignity and independence.
• You’ll also be integral to developing residents' Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:

• £12.96 p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
• Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays.
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Company pension.
• Discounted gym membership.
• An employee assistance programme.
• Shop and save vouchers.
• Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation.
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts.

About You

• Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
• Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.
• Don’t worry if you have no experience as a Care Assistant - we’ll provide you with all the training you need. What’s more important is that you have a natural calling to care and you'll be passionate and committed to providing exceptional care to our residents, their families and friends.