Female Home Care Assistant

Walfinch Home Care; North East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care provider is seeking a compassionate Home Care Assistant to enhance clients' lives in North & South Tyneside and Newcastle. The role offers flexible shifts, competitive pay of £13.50 per hour plus mileage, and comprehensive training. Candidates should be proactive, reliable, and eager to learn, with a full driving license and vehicle necessary. Emphasis is placed on personal care, medication assistance, and creating positive relationships with clients. Join a supportive environment with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

28 Days Paid Holiday (pro-rata)

Pension Scheme

Paid Training

Career Progression

Recognition

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• Full driving licence and own vehicle essential.
• No experience necessary—just a positive, caring attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with washing, dressing, bathing and toileting.
• Monitoring and support with medications.
• Meal preparation, shopping, housekeeping and companionship.
• Maintaining clear records and communication via our easy‑to‑use app.
• Bringing warmth, positivity and reliability to every client interaction.

Skills

Proactive and reliable

Strong communicator

Empathetic and team-oriented

Eager to learn and develop

Job description

Home Care Assistant - Walfinch Home Care Newcastle

Are you kind, compassionate, and love making a difference in people's lives every day? If so, we have the perfect role for you as a Home Care Assistant at Walfinch Home Care Newcastle, serving North & South Tyneside and Newcastle.

Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour + 35p per mile mileage

Working Hours: Flexible shifts to suit your personal life. Whether you’re a student, semi‑retired, juggling a busy schedule, or looking for full‑time work, we can accommodate your needs.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Students: Flexible hours around your college or university schedule.
• Retirees: Semi or fully retired, looking to work 1‑2 days per week.
• Busy Bees: Those needing flexible hours around family or personal life.
• Full‑Timers: Seeking a rewarding new chapter with an excellent care company.
• No experience necessary—just a positive, caring attitude and willingness to learn.

Who Are We?

Walfinch is a home care provider that champions an active lifestyle. We believe that care should be a 'Time to Thrive', so as well as compassionate, high‑quality home care, we provide activities that enhance people’s mobility, health and social lives. Our carers help people’s lives improve through carefully tailored activities that our clients choose, and enjoy. As a care assistant with Walfinch you will get the reward of improving clients’ lives - and your own.

What We Offer:

• Excellent Pay: £13.50 per hour + 35p per mile mileage
• Flexible Shifts: Tailored to your availability and lifestyle
• Paid Mileage: Between client visits
• 28 Days Paid Holiday (pro‑rata)
• Pension Scheme
• Paid Training: Nationally accredited training provided at our North Shields office
• Career Progression: Opportunities for further qualifications (NVQ levels 2, 3, and 5)
• Recognition: Staff appreciation awards and quarterly carer meetings
• Supportive Environment: Friendly management and on‑call support during shifts

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Proactive and reliable
• Eager to learn and develop
• Strong communicator, empathetic, and team‑oriented
• Full driving licence and own vehicle essential

Key Responsibilities:

• Personal care: Assisting clients with washing, dressing, bathing and toileting
• Medication assistance: Monitoring and support with medications
• Social duties: Meal preparation, shopping, housekeeping and companionship
• Accurate reporting: Maintaining clear records and communication via our easy‑to‑use app
• Fun and empathetic: Bringing warmth, positivity and reliability to every client interaction

Please note: This position has a "genuine occupational requirement" under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975; therefore, only female applicants can be considered.

Job Types:

• Full‑time
• Part‑time
• Contract
• Permanent