Night Shift Care Assistant — 44h/Week

HC-One; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care provider in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant. This role involves supporting residents' personal care, daily activities, and emotional wellbeing, particularly for those in distress or at the end of life. Successful candidates will work 44 hours per week on a night shift basis and must already have the right to work in the UK. Furthermore, the company offers excellent training and development opportunities to help enhance your career within the social care sector.

Benefits

Great work life balance

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream service

Award-winning learning and development

Free online GP service

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to support the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of residents.
• Recognize and report signs of abuse, harm, or neglect.
• Comfortable with technology or open to learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care including washing, dressing, and hygiene.
• Support daily activities and provide compassionate end-of-life care.
• Attend safeguarding training and understand appropriate actions for concerns.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Dependability

Curiosity

Creativity

Job description

A prominent care provider in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant. This role involves supporting residents' personal care, daily activities, and emotional wellbeing, particularly for those in distress or at the end of life. Successful candidates will work 44 hours per week on a night shift basis and must already have the right to work in the UK. Furthermore, the company offers excellent training and development opportunities to help enhance your career within the social care sector.