Care Assistant

Astune Rise Care Home; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A quality care provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Care Assistant to support residents in daily living activities. In this role, you'll ensure personalised care is maintained while helping residents with tasks like dressing and bathing. Ideal candidates will have a bubbly personality and a service-oriented mindset, demonstrating professionalism and the ability to remain calm under pressure. This position offers numerous benefits, enhancing both your work and personal life.

Benefits

Real-time pay tracking with Flexearn

Discounted hotel stays

50% off food and beverages

Exclusive spa discounts

Retail and leisure discounts

Monthly recognition awards

Long-service awards

Refer a friend rewards

24/7 support through Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Bereavement leave

Qualifications

• You must have a bubbly personality and creativity to make residents feel special.
• Ability to stay cool under pressure when dealing with daily tasks.
• Professional appearance is essential for maintaining care standards.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in daily activities while promoting independence.
• Maintain accurate care records and personalise care plans.
• Assist with dressing, eating, and bathing to brighten residents' days.

Skills

Bubbly personality

Service-oriented mindset

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Professional appearance

Proactive and organized

Team player

Job description

Join the Adventure in our Home – Where Work and Fun Come Together!

Are you ready to leap into an exciting career with a twist? Within our Homes, we mix fun, rewards, and endless opportunities into the perfect mix of a job! Here's a sneak peek into the exciting adventures that await you.

About the Role:

Join us as a Care Assistant and dive into a team that’s all about supporting our residents in their daily lives, helping them stay as independent and mobile as possible. You’ll keep a close eye on their care, ensuring it’s personalised and that records are spot‑on and up to date. Plus, you’ll lend a hand with daily activities like dressing, eating, and bathing, making every day a little brighter for our residents.

About You:

• Healthcare Hero: With a bubbly personality, you’re ready to rock the world in our dynamic environment.
• Service Superstar: Your unique creativity and ‘can‑do' attitude makes every resident feel like royalty.
• Cool Under Pressure: Even during the rush, you stay as cool as a cucumber.
• Polished Professional: Clean, sharp, and ready to impress with your professional appearance.
• Proactive & Organized: You handle routine and surprise tasks with ease, staying flexible and efficient.
• Team Player Extraordinaire: Whether flying solo or collaborating with the crew, you bring your A-game.

About Us:

We’re all about bringing the best quality nursing, residential, and dementia care to our wonderful seniors.

As a well‑established provider of care services, we’re a top‑notch, super‑professional organization that’s all about quality and putting our residents' wellbeing and happiness front and centre.

Our goal? To give our residents as much independence as possible in a safe, friendly, and fun environment.

Unleash Your Benefits:

• Get Paid in Real-Time with Flexearn: No more waiting for payday! Track your earnings live, cash out when you need, and learn smart money tips to manage your money like a pro.
• Discounted Stays: Fancy a staycation or a getaway? Enjoy sweet discounts at our UK hotels and branded spots! You can even bring your friends and family!
• Feast for Less – 50% Off: Dive into deliciousness with half‑price food and beverages at all our hotels and venues.
• Spa Discounts: Treat yourself to some TLC with our exclusive spa deals. You deserve it!
• Retail, Cinema & Fun Discounts: Save on shopping sprees, movie nights, and leisure activities galore.
• Superstar Awards: Shine bright and get recognized every month!
• Long‑Service Awards: Celebrate your milestones with us, starting from just one year of service including additional annual leave.
• Recommend a Friend: Get rewarded for bringing your friends along for the ride. The more, the merrier!
• 24/7 Support: Access our confidential ‘Employee Assistance Programme’ anytime, anywhere including support for your family – because we’ve got your back.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Bereavement Leave – Time of when its most needed with a peace of mind.

Ready to jump into a role filled with passion, fun, and fabulous perks? Apply now and let’s create unforgettable memories side by side!

Please note that all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check.