Care Assistant BANK

Harbour Healthcare; Consett; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full paid training and development

Career progression

Supportive team culture

Staff recognition and events

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Harbour Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for bank shifts at Redwell Hills Care Home in Consett. This role focuses on daily routines, personal care with dignity, meal preparation, and genuine companionship to residents.

No extensive experience is required; a caring attitude, reliability, and good communication are valued. Full training is provided, with flexibility to fit around your life and shifts in the Consett area.

Qualifications

• You don’t need years of experience — you need the right heart.
• Kindness that can’t be taught; reliability and responsibility are valued.
• Good communication and a willingness to learn are essential for care work.

Responsibilities

• Support people with daily routines.
• Help with personal care with dignity and respect.
• Prepare meals and share meaningful moments.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Be the reason someone smiles today.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Communication

Willingness to learn

Driving licence

Job description

Care Assistant - BANK - More Than a Job, It’s a Calling

Harbour Healthcare Redwell Hills Care Home Location: Consett DH8 7SN Pay: £12.72 Hours: BANK

Are you the kind of person who remembers how someone takes their tea? Do you believe a 5-minute chat can brighten someone’s whole day? Can you bring compassion, reliability, and maybe a great playlist? If you said YES… we want to meet you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting people with daily routines
• Helping with personal care (with dignity and respect)
• Preparing meals and sharing meaningful moments
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Being the reason someone smiles today

This isn’t just care work. It’s life-changing work.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need years of experience — you need the right heart.

• Kindness that can’t be taught
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility
• Good communication skills
• A willingness to learn (full training provided!)
• A driving licence (if required for community role)
• Care experience is great — but not essential. We hire for attitude and train for skill.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive pay
• Full paid training & development opportunities
• Career progression pathways
• Supportive, friendly team culture
• Staff recognition, rewards & appreciation events
• Flexible shifts that fit around your life

Why Work in Care in 2026?

In a world full of screens and automation, real human connection matters more than ever. Care assistants are everyday heroes — and the demand for compassionate professionals continues to grow.

This is a career with purpose, stability, and heart.