Care Assistant

Abbeyfield Group; North Shields, Sunderland; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of housing and care for older people as a Care Assistant. You'll provide essential support and build meaningful relationships with residents, ensuring their dignity and independence. Abbeyfield offers training, competitive pay, and numerous benefits, making it a rewarding career choice for those passionate about care.

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

• No prior experience needed; training provided.
• Natural calling to care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Develop and follow residents' Care Plans.
• Provide emotional support during difficult times.

Skills

Empathy

Sensitivity

Compassion

Job description

Dene St, Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 1EB, UK Req #588

12 May 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: 18 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 social interests.
• You’ll build a special bond with each resident and provide 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 mobility.
• Importantly, you’ll help make residents feel at home by respecting their choices, dignity, and independence.
• You’ll also be involved in developing residents' Care Plans, 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 passionate about caring for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If so, you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
• Whether you’re new to care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.
• No experience as a Care Assistant? No problem — we’ll provide all the training you need. What’s most important is that you have a natural calling to care and are passionate and committed to providing exceptional care to residents, their families, and friends.
• Job Family: Care, Activities & Care Compliance
• Dene St, Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 1EB, UK