Care Assistant (Jarrow)
| Company: | Boomerang Healthcare Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.73 - £12.84 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Working pattern: | Remote |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 9 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Boomerang Healthcare is seeking compassionate and reliable Community Care Assistants to join our expanding team covering Jarrow and Hebburn, and surrounding areas.
In this role, you’ll provide essential care and support to individuals in their own homes, helping them maintain independence and quality of life within their local community.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity for caring individuals who want to make a real difference every day.
Job description
As a Community Care Assistant, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to clients across Jarrow and Hebburn. You will support individuals with a variety of needs, including elderly care, physical disabilities, and long-term health conditions.
This is a community-based role, so you will travel between clients’ homes while working independently, with full support from our friendly and experienced care team.
Main duties and responsibilities
*Assisting clients with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
*Supporting with medication administration (where appropriate)
*Helping with meal preparation and nutrition
*Providing companionship and emotional support
*Assisting with daily living tasks such as shopping and light housekeeping
*Supporting mobility and safe moving and handling
*Maintaining accurate care records and reporting concerns
*Promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing at all times
Training and development
Boomerang Healthcare is committed to supporting staff development.
We provide:
*Full induction and ongoing training
*Opportunities to gain recognised qualifications
*Ongoing support from our local management team
*Career progression opportunities
Pay and benefits
*Competitive hourly rate
*Paid training and induction
*Flexible working hours (full-time, part-time, and shifts available)
*Mileage allowance for travel between clients in the Gateshead/Birtley area
*Supportive local team
*Opportunities for career progression
About Boomerang Healthcare
Boomerang Healthcare provides high-quality, compassionate care services across Jarrow and Hebburn and the surrounding communities. We are committed to supporting people to live independently in their own homes while delivering care with dignity, respect, and professionalism.
Additional information
*This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
*References will be required
*We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds
Please note:
We are not currently offering sponsorship or employer switches.
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