Care Assistant - Sponsorship Available

Hales Group; Washington; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Mileage allowance

Early Pay access

Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend bonus

Pension

Free uniform

Well-being programme

Job summary

Hales Homecare in Sunderland is seeking a Home Care Assistant to support clients to live independently at home. No experience required as full training is provided, and sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

A valid UK driving licence and own vehicle are required to travel to care packages in Washington and surrounding areas. You will assist with personal care, meal preparation, light domestic tasks, and provide companionship.

Qualifications

• Be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker Visa.
• Have full access to your own vehicle and driver's licence.
• Reside in or around Sunderland with own accommodation.
• Available to travel to care packages in Washington and surrounding areas.
• No experience required – paid training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care routines (washing, dressing, toileting).
• Supporting medication and meal preparation.
• Helping with light domestic tasks and grocery needs.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliable

Good communication

Job description

# Care Assistant - Sponsorship Available## Job IntroductionAre you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you hold a valid international or UK driving licence and live in Sunderland? We’d love to hear from you! Hales are proud to hold a Sponsor Licence and have opened applications for the Skilled Worker Visa Route. To apply for this role, you must meet the following criteria: * Be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker Visa.* Have full access to your own vehicle and driver's licence* Currently reside in and have your own accommodation in or around Sunderland* Be available to travel to our care packages in Washington and the surrounding areasIf you are caring, reliable, and looking for a rewarding career, Hales Homecare could be the perfect place for you. No experience is needed as full paid training is provided by our dedicated Internal Training Team. * Home Care Assistant - Sponsorship Available* Based in Washington* Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour + mileage at £0.30 per mile & travel time at £12.71 per hour* Hours: 7am - 3pm, 3pm - 11pm, 4/3 shift patterns + alternate weekends* Areas Covered: Washington, SR1, SR2, NE9 7, NE36 0, NE37 1, NE37 2, NE37 3, NE38 7, NE38 8, NE38 9, NE38 0, DH4 7, and DH3 1* No experience necessary – paid training and induction to ensure you feel confident in your role.* A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.At Hales Homecare, we offer more than just care – we provide career opportunities, job security, superb benefits and the chance to change lives every day. Your Role as a Home Care Assistant As a Home Care Assistant, you’ll support individuals in Sunderland to live independently in the comfort of their own homes. Every visit is an opportunity to make someone’s day brighter and yours more fulfilling. Responsibilities include: * Assisting with personal care routines (washing, dressing, toileting)* Supporting medication and meal preparation* Helping with light domestic tasks and grocery needs* Providing companionship and emotional supportTo apply, you will need to be: * Passionate about helping others and committed to delivering high-quality care and support* A reliable and honest team player with a positive attitude* Strong communication skills both verbal and written* No experience necessary, we have had people join from hospitality, retail, and customer service backgrounds* Willingness to learn and develop new skillsWhat We Offer – More Than Just Care Your Hales Perks include: * Guaranteed hours* Paid travel time* Generous mileage allowance – 30p per mile* Early Pay access with Hastee* FREE Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts at over 15,000 retailers* Refer a Friend bonus up to £517* Reward and Recognition schemes – Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards* Enhanced bank holiday rates* Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes* Pension scheme & subsidised insurance* Free uniform & PPE* Comprehensive Well-being Programme including up to 10 therapy sessions with qualified counsellors, 24/7 telephone support from health and legal professionals, and access to our health and well-being app* Health and Financial Well-being SupportTraining & Career Development Whether you’re new to care or experienced, we provide: * Paid, comprehensive training* Ongoing coaching and support* Funded qualifications & apprenticeships* Clear progression routes – many of our Care Assistants advance to Senior Carer, Team Leader or Management rolesStart your career in care. Apply today and find out why at Hales Homecare, it’s more than just care, it’s a career. About Us Since 1999, Hales Homecare has been committed to delivering technology-enabled, person-centred care to vulnerable people in the community. We value our staff and provide the tools and support needed for success. Please note: This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification. To complete your application, you’ll be taken to the Hales Care Recruitment Page to complete a short registration. This step is essential to progress your application and is completely secure.Apply+−Leaflet | OpenStreetMap contributors### Care Assistant - Sponsorship Available* **Salary** £12.71 per hour* **Frequency** Weekly* **Job Reference** halesgroup/TP/918/771* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** No expiry date* **Job Category** Visitor Services* **Business Unit** Operations* **Location** Washington, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 24 September, 2026