Care Assistant (Multiple positions available)

Be Caring Ltd; Whitley Bay; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider is seeking Care Assistants in North Tyneside. The ideal candidates will be compassionate and reliable individuals who want to make a difference in their local community. Offering full-time hours with various roles available for walkers or drivers, this position provides a competitive pay rate starting at £12.25 per hour for walkers and £12.82 for drivers. Comprehensive training and valuable benefits are included, ensuring all team members feel valued and supported.

Benefits

Block pay from first to last visit

New Starter Bonus up to £300

Refer a Friend Bonus up to £300

Annual Bonus up to £400

Paid induction training

Fully funded DBS

Qualifications

• No previous care experience necessary; kindness and willingness to learn are essential.
• Ability to communicate clearly with families, professionals, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support people to achieve personal outcomes.
• Deliver personalised care based on individual preferences.
• Provide personal care that protects dignity and choice.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Communication

Patience

Education

No professional care experience required

Job description

Care Assistant – North Tyneside

Female applicants only | Walkers or Drivers | Full-time

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Make a difference close to home with Be Caring.

We believe care should be kind, personal, and built around relationships - and that applies to our colleagues too. If you’re compassionate, reliable, and want a job that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

We are recruiting Care Assistants in North Tyneside, each joining a small, dedicated care team within their local area.

The Roles (2 Positions Available)

Role 1: Killingworth (NE12)

• Walker or Driver

• Supporting people living in and around Killingworth

Role 2: Coastal Area (NE26 & NE30)

• Walker or Driver

• Covering Monseaton, Cullercoats & Whitley Bay

Walkers welcome

Drivers must have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Pay, Hours & Bonuses

We offer block pay (not pay per call), meaning you’re paid from your first visit to 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 hours available

Bonus Schemes

• up to £300 New Starter Bonus

• up to £300 Refer a Friend Bonus

• up to £400 Annual Bonus

• £25 Birthday Gift Voucher

Working Hours

Your working hours will follow our agreed shift patterns:

• Early shift: 7:00am – 2:00pm

• Late shift: 4:00pm – 10:00pm

You’ll be placed on a 2-week rota, which includes:

• Alternate full weekends or

• Every Saturday or every Sunday

• Evenings agreed within your contracted hours

Benefits

• Fully funded DBS

• Paid induction training

  • 1 week classroom-based (Mon–Fri)

  • 2 days shadowing

  • Online learning modules

• Funded Level 2 and accredited qualifications

• Holiday pay that increases with service

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Optional GMB Union membership

About the Role

You don’t need professional care experience - if you’re kind, patient, and willing to learn, we’ll support you every step of the way.

As a Care Assistant with Be Caring, you will:

• Support people to achieve their personal outcomes

• Promote independence using enabling approaches

• Provide personal care that protects dignity and choice

• Deliver personalised care based on individual preferences

• Communicate clearly with families, professionals, and colleagues

• Record and share information accurately and on time

• Help people stay connected to their communities

Your Induction & Training

We’ll provide comprehensive training covering:

• 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 control, health & safety

• Learning Disabilities (Oliver McGowan Tier 1), mental health & capacity

Ready to Apply?

Apply today and join a care team where you’re valued, supported, and truly make a difference - right in your local community.

Our friendly recruitment team will be in touch soon!

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