Care Assistant BANK

Harbour Healthcare; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbour Healthcare in Northumbria region is seeking a Care Assistant at Northlea Court Care Home, Cramlington NE23 1XX. You will earn £12.71 per hour with flexible bank shifts and provide daily support, personal care, meals, and companionship to residents.

No prior care experience is required; we hire for heart and train for skill. Training is provided, and a driving licence may be needed for community roles. Join a friendly, supportive team focused on respectful, patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• You don’t need years of experience — you need the right heart.
• Care experience is great — but not essential. We hire for attitude and train for skill.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Kindness

Reliability

Communication

Willingness to learn

Driving licence

Job description

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

Location: Northlea Court Care Home Cramlington NE23 1XX

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Hours: Flexible bank shifts

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

No two days are the same — and that’s the beauty of it.

You’ll be:

• 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

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

Because caring for others means we care for you too.

• 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.