Compassionate Care Assistant — Flexible Hours, Local Role

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Seaham; On-site; GBP 14,547 - 20,719; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Enhanced paternity pay

Death in Service Payment

Well-being Platform

28 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Blue Light Card eligibility

Flexible hours

Paid training

Self-development opportunities

Access to in-house app

Work for the largest care company in the UK

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join their team in Seaham. Offering flexible hours with a competitive pay rate of £12.80 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package including maternity and paternity pay, paid training, and a cycle to work scheme. The role involves providing companionship, personal care, medication assistance, meal preparation, housekeeping, and mobility support. Candidates must have effective communication skills and a sincere interest in caregiving, with no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Must have proficient communication skills.
• Sincere interest in working with clients.
• Successfully passed DBS screening.
• Eagerness for vocational training.
• Display initiative and autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to prevent loneliness.
• Assist with all aspects of personal hygiene.
• Handle medication collection and reminders.
• Prepare meals according to client preferences.
• Maintain a clean home environment.
• Assist clients with mobility.

Skills

Effective communication

Interest in caregiving

Patience

Compassion

Positive attitude

Initiative

Job description

A leading care provider is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join their team in Seaham. Offering flexible hours with a competitive pay rate of £12.80 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package including maternity and paternity pay, paid training, and a cycle to work scheme. The role involves providing companionship, personal care, medication assistance, meal preparation, housekeeping, and mobility support. Candidates must have effective communication skills and a sincere interest in caregiving, with no prior experience required.