Care Assistant – Sponsorship Available

Tamfol; Washington; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Paid travel time

Generous mileage allowance

Early Pay access with Hastee

Blue Light Card discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Rewards and recognition schemes

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Pension scheme & subsidised insurance

Free uniform & PPE

Well-being programme with counselling

Job summary

Hales Homecare in Washington, Tyne and Wear, UK, is hiring a Home Care Assistant with guaranteed hours and paid training. You’ll support clients in their own homes around Sunderland, travelling as needed, with a requirement for a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

No previous care experience is necessary, and full training is provided. You will assist with daily living activities, provide companionship, and help with meals and medications, while embracing ongoing coaching and

Qualifications

• No experience required – paid training provided by internal team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle required.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care routines (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Support medication and meal preparation
• Help with light domestic tasks and grocery needs
• Provide companionship and emotional support

Skills

Driving licence

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Job description

Work location:Washington, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Are 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 areas

If 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
• 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.

• 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

To 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 skills

What We Offer – More Than Just Care

• 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 Support

Whether you’re new to care or experienced, we provide:

• Ongoing coaching and support
• Funded qualifications & apprenticeships
• Clear progression routes – many of our Care Assistants advance to Senior Carer, Team Leader or Management roles

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.