Extra Care Assistant

Halescare; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider is seeking Extra Care Assistants to join their team in Aspen Gardens, Stockton-on-Tees. With a competitive pay rate of £12.21 per hour, the role involves assisting with personal care routines, meal preparation, and providing emotional support. No prior experience is necessary as comprehensive training is provided. The position offers various perks including a Blue Light Card, enhanced bank holiday rates, and opportunities for career development. Start your rewarding career in care today.

Benefits

Early Pay access with Hastee

FREE Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend bonus up to £517

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes

Free uniform & PPE

Comprehensive Well-being Programme

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; training provided.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care routines.
• Support medication and meal preparation.
• Help with light domestic tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Passion for helping others

Strong communication skills

Team player

Job description

# Extra Care Assistant## Job IntroductionWe are looking for Care Assistants to join our established team providing on-site support within an extra care setting at Aspen Gardens, Stockton-on-Tees.Extra Care AssistantBased in Stockton-on-TeesPay: £12.21 per hourShift patterns:7am – 3pm, 2pm – 10am, 2 weekly rota, alternate weekends*\*Occasional night shifts may be available.***TO APPLY, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. PLEASE NOTE, WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS REQUIRING A TIER 2 CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP.**At Hales Homecare, we offer more than just care – we provide career opportunities, job security, superb benefits and the chance to change lives every day.Responsibilities include:* Assisting with personal care routines (washing, dressing, toileting)* Supporting medication and meal preparation* Helping with light domestic tasks* Providing companionship and emotional supportTo apply, you will need to be:* Passionate about helping others and committed to delivering high-quality care and support* A reliable and honest team player with a positive attitude* Strong communication skills both verbal and written* No experience necessary, we have had people join from hospitality, retail, and customer service backgrounds* Willingness to learn and develop new skills**What We Offer – More Than Just Care**Your Hales Perks include:* Early Pay access with Hastee* FREE Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts at over 15,000 retailers* Refer a Friend bonus up to £517* Reward and Recognition schemes – Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards* Enhanced bank holiday rates* Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes* Pension scheme & subsidised insurance* Free uniform & PPE* Comprehensive Well-being Programme including up to 10 therapy sessions with qualified counsellors, 24/7 telephone support from health and legal professionals, and access to our health and well-being app* Health and Financial Well-being Support* Training & Career Development**Whether you’re new to care or experienced, we provide:*** Paid, comprehensive training* Ongoing coaching and support* Funded qualifications & apprenticeships* Clear progression routes – many of our Care Assistants advance to Senior Carer, Team Leader or Management rolesStart your career in care. Apply today and find out why at Hales Homecare, it’s more than just care, it’s a career.Since 1999, Hales Homecare has been committed to delivering technology-enabled, person-centred care to vulnerable people in the community. We value our staff and provide the tools and support needed for success.Please note: This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.To complete your application, you’ll be taken to the Hales Care Recruitment Page to complete a short registration. This step is essential to progress your application and is completely secure.The following content displays a map of the job's location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Extra Care Assistant* **Salary** £12.21 per hour* **Frequency** Weekly* **Job Reference** halesgroup/TP/918/701* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** No expiry date* **Job Category** Visitor Services* **Business Unit** Operations* **Location** Aspen Gardens George Stephenson Boulevard Hardwick, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 29 January, 2026