Care Assistant

Be Caring Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care organization is seeking Care Assistants in North Tyneside. The role offers part-time and full-time positions, supporting individuals to live independently with dignity and compassion. No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided. This position includes attractive bonuses, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to make a significant difference in the community. Competitive hourly rates are offered along with various benefits.

Benefits

Paid induction training

Fully funded DBS

Holiday pay increases with service

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required; caring for family or friends counts.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with families and professionals.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support people to meet personal outcomes.
• Promote independence using enabling approaches.
• Deliver personalised care protecting dignity.

Skills

Kindness

Reliability

Effective Communication

Compassion

Job description

Care Assistants – North Tyneside

At Be Caring, we believe great care starts with great people. If you’re kind, reliable, and want to make a real difference in your local community, we’d love to welcome you to our North Tyneside team.

We’re recruiting Care Assistants across several areas in North Tyneside, with a mix of full-time and part-time roles available. As a Care Assistant, you’ll support people to live independently at home with dignity, choice and compassion. We’re currently seeking Care Assistants to support people living in Marden, Cullercoats, Monksheaton, West Monksheaton, Whitely Bay and Killingworth.

Our next paid induction training starts on 5th January, and you could earn up to £300 as a New Starter Bonus (terms apply).

If this sounds like you, apply today to secure your place on one of our upcoming inductions and start your journey with Be Caring Liverpool.

No sponsorships available

Pay, Hours & Bonuses

We offer block pay (not pay per call) - you’re paid from the start of your first visit to the end of your last visit within a shift.

• £12.82 per hour (drivers)
• £12.25 per hour (walkers)
• Mileage: 45p per mile (drivers) / 20p per mile (cyclists)
• Full-time & part-time hours available (role dependent)

About the Role

You don’t need previous care experience - if you’ve cared for family, friends, or simply have the right values, we’ll give you all the training and support you need. As a Care Assistant with Be Caring, you will:

• Support people to meet their personal outcomes
• Promote independence using enabling approaches
• Deliver personalised care based on choice and control
• Provide personal care that protects dignity
• Communicate effectively with families, professionals, and colleagues
• Record and share information accurately and on time
• Help people stay connected to their communities

Working Patterns

All roles follow agreed shift patterns:

• Early shift: 7:00am – 2:00pm
• Late shift: 4:00pm – 10:00pm

You’ll work on a 2-week rota, including:

• Alternate weekends
• Every Saturday or every Sunday
• Evenings agreed within your contracted hours

Current Vacancies by Area

Killingworth (NE12)

• Drivers & walkers
• Part-time hours available
• Female only

Monkseaton, Cullercoats & Whitley Bay (NE25, NE26)

• Drivers & walkers
• Full-time and part-time hours available

Tynemouth (NE30)

• Drivers & walkers
• Full-time and part-time hours available

Induction & Training

Your training will include:

• Be Caring values & going Above & Beyond
• Safeguarding, dignity, equality & diversity
• Confidentiality & professional boundaries
• Fluids, nutrition & medication support
• Moving & positioning, basic life support & pressure care
• Infection prevention, health & safety
• Learning Disabilities (Oliver McGowan Tier 1), mental health & capacity

Ready to Join Be Caring?

Apply today and become part of a supportive, values-led organisation where you’re respected, trained, and appreciated - every step of the way.

Our friendly recruitment team will be in touch!

Bonus Schemes

• up to £300 New Starter Bonus
• up to £300 Refer a Friend Bonus
• up to £400 Annual Bonus
• £25 Birthday Gift Voucher

Benefits

• Fully funded DBS
• Paid induction training
• Funded Level 2 and other accredited qualifications
• Holiday pay that increases with service
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Optional GMB Union membership