Care Assistant NIGHTS

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Career progression

Supportive team

Flexible shifts

Staff recognition

Job summary

Harbour Healthcare's Abigail Lodge Care Home in Consett invites you to join as a Care Assistant. You'll support residents with daily routines, provide personal care with dignity, prepare meals, and offer companionship in a life-changing role.

We value kindness, reliability, and good communication. Full training is provided, and roles offer flexible shifts and a supportive team culture. Previous care experience is welcome but not essential.

Qualifications

• Kindness that can’t be taught and genuine care for others.
• Good communication with residents, families and colleagues.
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility in a care environment.
• Willingness to learn; full training provided.
• Driving licence may be required for community roles.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily routines and activities.
• Assist with personal care with dignity and respect.
• Prepare meals and share meaningful moments with residents.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Contribute to a warm, safe and caring environment.

Skills

Kindness

Good communication

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Location: Consett DH8 7NJ

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

Harbour Healthcare

Abigail Lodge Care Home

Location: Consett DH8 7NJ

Pay:£12.72

Hours: 38.5

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

• 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.