Care Assistant

Job description

Rowlands Gill, Tyne & Wear, GB, NE39 2BQ

Department: Health and Social Care (Qualified and Non-Qualified)

Operation: Sanctuary Care

Closing Date:

Salary: £13.27 per hour

Requisition: 223264

Position: Care Assistant

Dovecote Residential and Nursing Home, High Spen - Hugar Road, Rowlands Gill NE39 2BQ

Career OverviewWe believe care is more than a job – it's a calling. Join our friendly team at Dovecote in High Spen and help enrich residents' lives while being part of a culture that supports your growth.

Your Role

Work as part of a supportive team to enrich the lives of our residents.

Provide personalized care in line with individual care plans.

Encourage and join leisure and social activities.

Show kindness and respect to residents, families and colleagues each day.

Enjoy working as part of a team to create a happy home.

No experience needed – we'll give you all the training and support you need.

Communicate clearly and adapt to different situations.

Bring energy, enthusiasm and a genuine care for older people.

RewardsYou deserve more than the basics. That's why, alongside 28 days' annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays) , occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension , we've created a package to help you thrive:

CQC inspection bonus

Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial and legal advice, and short-term counselling.

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme

Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme.

Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks.

Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements.

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria. Visit our website for more information.

Before you apply

We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.

All roles require safeguarding and pre‐employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed.

Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.

We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

InclusionInclusion is one of our core values. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Rowlands Gill

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English