Care Assistant

Job description

Job OverviewThis is a full‐time vacancy of 44 hours per week. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you will support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home.

Responsibilities

Deliver care that comes from the heart – ensuring residents never lose their individuality.

Provide personal care, including washing, dressing, hygiene and meals.

Support residents in limited mobility, offer comfort to distressed residents, and provide compassionate end‐of‐life care.

Assist with daily activities in the home.

SafeguardingSafeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You must recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect and know what to do if concerns arise. All colleagues attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role, can seek appropriate advice, and report concerns, escalating if action is not taken.

Benefits

Great work life balance

An hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal available during an eight‐hour or longer shift

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it

Award‐winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications

GP online – the service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app – available to you and dependents under 16

Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team

Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners

Wellbeing – free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7/365 support for a range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues

Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards

Attractive refer‐a‐friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

Equal Opportunity StatementWe are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time‐limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Jarrow

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