Compassionate Care Assistant | Flexible Shifts & Benefits

Helping Hands Homecare, Inc.; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage 35p/mile

Early pay app

Refer-a-friend bonus

Paid holiday and pension

Apprenticeship routes and NVQs

Blue Light Card discounts

Flexible shifts

Annual pay reviews

Job summary

Helping Hands is seeking a Care Assistant in Gateshead to provide compassionate in-home support. You will assist with personal care, mobility, and daily tasks, joining a values-led, community-focused team.

No prior care experience is required; full training and support are provided. Flexible shift patterns and a range of benefits enhance the role, including paid mileage and pension arrangements.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Kind, adaptable, people-first mindset.
• Willingness to learn; no prior care experience required.
• Reliability and compassion; ability to support others with dignity.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, meaningful companionship to customers in their own homes.
• Support with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing and toileting.
• Assist with mobility needs, helping customers stay safe and confident.
• Oversee and administer medication in line with care plans.
• Help with household tasks such as cleaning, cooking and meal preparation.
• Run essential errands, from food shopping to collecting prescriptions.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Reliable

Compassionate

Willingness to learn

Job description

Helping Hands is seeking a Care Assistant in Gateshead to provide compassionate in-home support. You will assist with personal care, mobility, and daily tasks, joining a values-led, community-focused team.

No prior care experience is required; full training and support are provided. Flexible shift patterns and a range of benefits enhance the role, including paid mileage and pension arrangements.