Care Assistant

What makes Right at Home Tyneside different to other care providers? We don’t just care about our Clients! Our Care Assistants are our family and we respect each and every one!

We are all equal at Right at Home; our Manager, Trainer, Co-ordinator and Recruiter have a wealth of experience and all started as a Care Assistants – so we understand what makes a good employer. We all still go out in the field regularly to care for our Clients; including the owner, before he fell from his bike and broke his hip! We are a Care provider that stays in touch with our Care Assistants.

We have a ‘door is always open’ policy. So, whether you want to pop in for a cuppa, or help us water one of the million plants on the owner’s desk, you are always welcome. We pride ourselves on our on-going support to our Care Assistants as it is you that makes a difference to the people in your community on a daily basis.

Operating throughout Newcastle, Forest Hall, Wallsend and North Tyneside areas our Care Assistants are the reason why Right at Home has developed such a strong reputation for providing outstanding care.

How do we reward our Care Assistants?

• £9.30 – 9.47 per hour (including holiday pay)
• Additional payment on bank holidays
• 30p mileage
• Industry leading training
• Full time and part time roles available
• 12 hour shifts available for non-drivers (preferably experienced)

What the role of Care Assistant will include:

• Providing companionship and putting a smile on the faces of those who require support in your community
• Assisting with all aspects of personal care
• Understanding general and specific aspects of the needs of older and younger people with care and support needs.
• A person centered approach to care planning, communication, promoting individual rights, etc.
• Enjoying yourself! Working in care is an amazing role!

We are looking for CareAssistants who want to be part of a company that does invaluable work in the community and provides the support and respect that comes with such an important role.

If you are new to care then don’t worry. We have a well-designed training and mentoring program in place to make sure you are confident in what you do, with lots of support both over the phone and out in the community.

As a Care Assistant YOU MUST BE A DRIVER otherwise we have the option of doing 12 hour shifts. Apply today and our friendly Recruitment Manager Emma will be in touch.