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Kelly Park Limited; Vermont; On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Holidays 5.6 weeks (pro-rata)

Training & development

Reward and recognition

Job summary

Kelly Park Limited is a family-run care provider delivering high-quality home care across Sunderland and Washington. We offer flexible shifts including mornings, lunchtimes, evenings, and full days, with a focus on independence and person-centred care.

A DBS check and references are required, and we provide training and development opportunities. Pay starts at £13.70 per hour, rising to £14.50 on bank holidays, with early pay and generous holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• Clear Enhanced DBS and two satisfactory references.
• Previous training records and health and social qualifications are beneficial; company supports training/qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support Service Users with personal care (washing, dressing, incontinence care).
• Encourage independence and involvement in daily routines.
• Prepare meals and snacks to support nutritional needs.
• Assist with light domestic tasks to keep a clean, safe home.
• Accompany Service Users to appointments or community activities.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Trustworthy

Adaptable

Multiskilled

Job description

Health Care Assistant | Washington | £14.50

Areas covered: Sunderland East, Sunderland West, 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 wellbeing 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 required for the role are:

As a Health Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our Service Users maintain independence and enjoy fulfilling lives at home. Your day-to-day tasks may include:

• 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

At Kelly Park, we understand the importance of work-life balance. That’s why we’re proud to offer flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle and commitments.

We currently have opportunities which include but are not just limited to:

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.

• Location we hate commuting too! we will do our best to provide clients as close to you as possible.
• Flexibility get your work/life balance right with options to suit your lifestyle, with fixed working days and alternate weekends.
• Birthdays We believe that celebrating your birthday is a time for joy, relaxation, and creating lasting memories with loved ones. By offering this dedicated day off, we hope to show our appreciation for each team member and recognize the importance of work-life balance.
• Education & Learning free online courses available to you 24/7 through your mobile device, enabling you to grow your career. We also offer you the opportunity to study towards your 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.

Joining a great team at Kelly Park, with our dedicated support network.

What we need from you

For us, it is all about you! We look for people who are:

• Trustworthy
• 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, in addition Kelly Park Limited offer support with training/qualifications and continued professional development.

What you get from us

Pay we will pay you £13.70 per hour and £14.50 on bank holidays, we are offering .

• Early Pay no waiting for payday thanks to our bespoke service, allowing you to access your pay when you need it.
• 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-orientated supportive and active reviews to help make sure you stay on track.