Care Assistant
- Full-time
- Region: North East England
Company Description
Pay Rate: Up to £14.10 per hour
Location: South Shields
Shifts Available: Day Shifts Available
Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role.
We are CCH. With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care.
What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves:
- 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company.
- 135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months
- Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional
At Advantage Healthcare, part of CCH, we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team in South Shields.
Job Description
What you'll do
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Complex Care Assistant to support a lovely 13-year-old girl with cerebral palsy and a learning disability in her family home. She lives with her parents and siblings in a busy, welcoming household.
In this role, you will deliver person-centred care, working alongside a colleague and a multidisciplinary team to support her wellbeing, independence, and participation in community activities. An adapted vehicle is available to enable safe and enjoyable outings.
Clinical Needs
- Cerebral palsy
- Learning disability
- Moving and positioning support
- Assistance with personal care
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
You don’t need any care experience to apply for this role, just plenty of care, compassion and resilience as we provide full nurse-led training.
Additional Information
Here’s what makes us different:
- Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application
- Full training & paid induction - no experience needed
- Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles
- Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments
- National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH
- Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more
Ready to apply?
Our quick, simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you.