Compassionate Care Assistant – Flexible Shifts & Training

Prestwick Care Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training package

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount

Job summary

Prestwick Care Group in Gateshead is seeking dedicated Care Assistants for Full-Time and Part-Time roles. You will provide essential personal care, support residents to maintain dignity and comfort, and work with nurses and carers to meet individual needs with kindness.

This role is ideal for those starting or building a career in health and social care, with opportunities for training, progression and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and calm nature.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• English proficiency sufficient to carry out the role.
• Satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
• Satisfactory Right to Work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Support residents with mobility, transfers and physical activities as needed.
• Monitor and record residents' vital signs (where trained).
• Provide emotional support, reassurance and companionship to residents.
• Assist nursing staff and senior carers with basic care tasks.
• Promote dignity, privacy and choice at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment in line with health and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families and healthcare team.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Caring nature

Compassionate

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Right to work in UK

DBS check

Job description

Prestwick Care Group in Gateshead is seeking dedicated Care Assistants for Full-Time and Part-Time roles. You will provide essential personal care, support residents to maintain dignity and comfort, and work with nurses and carers to meet individual needs with kindness.

This role is ideal for those starting or building a career in health and social care, with opportunities for training, progression and a supportive team environment.