Care Assistant - 12 hour shifts

Care Assistant

Pay: £13.68 per hour (plus holiday pay and pension)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Newcastle, Gateshead, Cramlington and surrounding areas

Join Our Award-Winning Care Team

At Right at Home Tyneside, we are proud of the outstanding care we provide across Tyneside and Newcastle. Due to continued growth, we are looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Care Assistants to join our close-knit team and make a real difference in people's lives.

Whether you have previous care experience or are looking for a rewarding new career, we provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.68 per hour
• Holiday pay and company pension scheme
• Monthly Star Carer Awards
• £250 employee referral bonus
• Discretionary performance bonuses
• Access to wage advances when required
• Guaranteed hours with no zero-hour contracts
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Long day and night shifts available
• Paid induction, shadowing, and ongoing training
• Care Certificate and NVQ qualification opportunities
• Regular one-to-one support and monthly team meetings
• Consistent client assignments and recurring shift patterns to promote continuity of care

Your Role

As a Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality support to older adults and individuals living with physical disabilities, dementia, and other neurological conditions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Offering companionship and emotional support
• Encouraging social engagement and community participation
• Preparing meals and supporting nutritional needs
• Assisting with medication administration
• Supporting clients with household tasks and light housekeeping
• Promoting independence and helping clients maintain their chosen lifestyle

About You

We're looking for individuals who are caring, dependable, and passionate about delivering exceptional care.

Essential Requirements

• A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others
• Passion for providing outstanding care and support
• Ability to work every other weekend
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available for this role)
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references

Previous experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or in a similar role is welcomed but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Make a Difference Every Day

A career in care is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to have a meaningful impact on someone's life while building a rewarding and fulfilling career for yourself.

To take the next step towards joining our team, call or email your interest today!