Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Tynemouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of non-medical care is expanding its team in Tynemouth, seeking compassionate Care Assistants for elderly support. Roles available include full-time and part-time shifts, with comprehensive training provided. Join us to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Enhanced Bank Holiday Pay Rate

Paid Travel/Wait Time

Company Pension Scheme

Local & Professional Support Team

Blue Light Discount Card

Refer A Friend Scheme

Employee Benefits & Discount Scheme

Comprehensive induction & ongoing training

Recognition schemes and company events

Qualifications

• No prior experience or qualifications required, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care and mobility support.
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support.
• Helping with housework and meal preparation.

Skills

Companionship

Adaptability

Personable nature

Commitment to others

Job description

Company Description

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award-winning training, and an excellent reputation, we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

We match our Care Professionals to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust and enable us to provide personalised support.

If you want a break from normal retail or industry jobs, please feel free to reach out!

Job Description

CARE ASSISTANT

Home Instead is expanding its team and looking for caring, compassionate Care Assistants to help with elderly care and support adults living at home with a range of needs throughout the local area.

We currently have full-time and part-time/evening & weekend care vacancies available with immediate starts. Morning, evening, and night shifts are available. We are seeking Care Assistants who may already have experience as Support Workers or in Domiciliary Care, or those without experience willing to train, as full training will be provided.

At Home Instead, we offer the following benefits for our Care Assistants:

• Enhanced Bank Holiday Pay Rate
• Paid Travel/Wait Time
• Company Pension Scheme
• Local & Professional Support Team available
• Blue Light Discount Card
• Refer A Friend Scheme
• Employee Benefits & Discount Scheme
• Award-winning, comprehensive induction & ongoing professional development training
• Recognition schemes, staff birthday celebrations, and company events

Being a Care Assistant requires adaptability, a personable nature, and a commitment to putting others first. Your role may include:

• Companionship
• Assisting with personal care
• Supporting mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping with housework such as cleaning and vacuuming
• Preparing and cooking meals
• Running errands like food shopping or collecting prescriptions

Requirements: A valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle for work purposes and the right to work in the UK.

We are actively recruiting carers now. If interested, please click 'Apply' or contact us today!

Qualifications

We recruit based on characteristics; previous experience or qualifications are not required.

Additional Information

If you're seeking rewarding and flexible work that makes a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at 01670 338 542.

We encourage applications from all community sections to reflect the neighborhoods we serve. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults. This role is subject to DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Note: We do not currently offer sponsorships for this position.