Health Care Assistant | Sunderland | £13.20 - £13.50

Kelly Park Limited; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run care provider is seeking compassionate individuals in Sunderland to support Service Users with personal care needs. You will encourage independence and provide companionship while enjoying flexible working hours and competitive pay of £13.20 per hour. Candidates should be trustworthy and adaptable, with a clear Enhanced DBS and two references. Join a rewarding career with training opportunities and benefits including a birthday day off and mileage allowance.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Free online training

Mileage allowance

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance of 5.6 weeks

Reward and recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Clear Enhanced DBS check required.
• Two satisfactory references needed.
• Previous training records and health/social qualifications beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support Service Users with personal care needs.
• Encourage independence in daily routines.
• Prepare meals and snacks.
• Assist with light domestic tasks.
• Accompany Service Users to appointments.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Trustworthy

Compassionate

Patient

Adaptable

Multiskilled

Job description

Areas covered: Sunderland East, Sunderland West, Coalfields, Washington, Sunderland North

Kelly Park Limited is a family‑run care provider proudly established in 1994. With over 30 years of experience, we are one of the North East’s trusted providers, working in partnership with Sunderland City Council, Durham County Council, Gateshead and Skills for Care to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred home care.

We partner with Skills for Care and Care Academy to continuously develop our staff, ensuring our teams are equipped to provide high‑quality, person‑centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Understanding values important to us: At Kelly Park, our commitment to exceptional health and social care is defined by our Core Values, known as the 6C’s of Care:

• Care: We always prioritise the well‑being of our Service Users.
• Compassion: We approach every situation with empathy and kindness.
• Competence: We ensure our team has the skills and knowledge to deliver outstanding care.
• Communication: We foster open, clear, and respectful interactions.
• Courage: We face challenges head‑on and advocate for positive change.
• Commitment: We are dedicated to providing consistent, high‑quality home care.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Service Users with personal care needs such as washing, dressing, and incontinence care.
• Encouraging independence and involvement in daily routines.
• Preparing meals and snacks to support nutritional needs.
• Assisting with light domestic tasks to maintain a clean, safe home environment.
• Accompanying Service Users to appointments or community activities.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.

Shift Patterns Available

• Mornings / Lunch (typically between 7:00am – 3:00pm)
• Tea time / Evenings (typically between 3:00pm – 10:00pm)
• Full days (with appropriate breaks)
• Flexible availability across weekdays and alternate weekends.

Benefits

• Location – we will do our best to provide clients as close to you as possible.
• Flexibility – work/life balance with options to suit your lifestyle, with fixed working days and alternate weekends.
• Birthdays – a dedicated day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Education & Learning – free online courses available 24/7 through your mobile device, enabling you to grow your career; opportunity to study towards a Health & Social Care Diploma.
• Expand your family circle working with our amazing service users, knowing you are in one of the most rewarding careers on the market.

What we need from you

• Trustworthy
• Compassionate
• Patient
• Adaptable
• Multiskilled (cooking & cleaning skills are a bonus)

Along with a superhero personality, we also require a clear Enhanced DBS as well as two satisfactory references.

Any previous training records and health and social qualifications for the role would be of great benefit; Kelly Park Limited offers support with training/qualifications and continued professional development.

What you get from us

Pay: £13.20 per hour and £13.50 on bank holidays.

• Early Pay – no waiting for payday thanks to our bespoke service, allowing you to access your pay when you need it.
• Mileage allowance paid.
• Pension scheme.
• Holidays – 5.6 weeks per annum (pro‑rata).
• Training – full paid practical training including induction & shadowing will be provided.
• Reward and recognition scheme.

Progression routes are available for those looking to progress their careers both in‑house or externally through goal‑oriented supportive and active reviews to help make sure you stay on track.