Compassionate Care Assistant: Flexible Hours & Training

Bluebird Care Durham North; Sunderland Bridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel time

Paid Fuel - 45p per mile

Enhanced Bank Holiday rate

Health & Social Care qualifications

Referral scheme

Fully paid induction

Flexible hours

Paid annual leave

Workplace pension

Uniform provided

Career progression

Shadowing programme

Job summary

Bluebird Care Durham North in Sunderland is seeking a dedicated Female Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred support in customers' homes. You will help with daily living activities, promote independence, and work either independently or as part of a supportive team.

The role includes flexible shifts with strong training, paid travel time, and opportunities to progress in health and social care qualifications.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence and a reliable vehicle are required.
• Ability to commit to working alternate weekends.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship or visa transfer.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s needs.
• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Help with meal preparation, nutrition and hydration.
• Support with medication, prescriptions and safe disposal.
• Carry out light housework like tidying, laundry and cleaning.
• Be a dependable, friendly face for all customers.

Skills

Full driving licence

Own vehicle

Right to work in UK

Job description

Bluebird Care Durham North in Sunderland is seeking a dedicated Female Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred support in customers' homes. You will help with daily living activities, promote independence, and work either independently or as part of a supportive team.

The role includes flexible shifts with strong training, paid travel time, and opportunities to progress in health and social care qualifications.