Care Assistant - North Tyneside

Job description

STOP what you’re doing.  NEW JOB ALERT!

We’ve all looked after somebody at some point in our lives whether it’s a child, a partner or even other family members. Think about that rewarding feeling you get when you’re able to make them smile, feel better or even make a difference. 

Does this sound like you? Look no further. 

Bluebird Care is one of the UK’s largest home care providers. With over 200 offices across the UK and delivering 20,000 customer visits every day, you’re safe in our hands. We care for the elderly and vulnerable in the comfort of their own homes as an alternative to a residential care home. Your role will be to support our customers with all aspects of their daily lives including personal care, companionship, medication prompting, food and drink preparation, shopping and accessing the local community.

Full job description

We are seeking kind and caring individuals who share our passion for helping others. No experience necessary as full training is given. Earn £12.50ph + PAID travel time (paid at £12.50ph) + 35p per mile + Holiday pay.

We do require all applicants to have a Full Driving Licence and a reliable vehicle in order to be considered for this role.

We have full-time and part-time hours available. We ask for all of our Care Assistants commit to working alternate weekends.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

We offer our Care Assistants:

• £12.50 per hour
• £12.50 per hour for travel time
• Paid Fuel - 35p per mile
• Weekly COVID tests & access to the vaccine
• Flexible hours
• Paid annual leave
• Workplace pension scheme
• £400 referral scheme for introducing new carers (T&C’s apply)
• Fully paid induction in line with the Care Certificate
• Uniform provided
• Access to Health & Social Care qualifications
• Career progression
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Shadowing programme with experienced Healthcare Assistants to ensure you are comfortable with your role and responsibilities.

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Apply now to kickstart your career in care!