Care Assistants - DWGH
| Company: | Disability North |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £13.60 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Gateshead |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Hours: Full time, 39 hours minimum (24-hour support)
Area: NE40
Rate: £13.60 per hour
We are looking for caring, patient and reliable Care Assistants to join a small team providing 24-hour support to an adult male with an Acquired Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in his own home.
The role includes:
Personal care and support with daily living
Washing, dressing and meal preparation
Cleaning and laundry
Moving, handling, transferring and positioning
Supporting with bed and wheelchair transfers
Accompanying the client to appointments and outings
Providing companionship and day-to-day support
The role involves long day shifts and 24-hour shifts with a sleepover, working on a rota. Flexibility to cover additional shifts during staff holidays or sickness would be appreciated.
We are looking for someone who is:
Patient, compassionate and honest
Reliable and trustworthy
Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
Respectful of privacy, dignity and confidentiality
A good communicator with a caring attitude
Previous care, brain injury or moving & handling experience is an advantage but not essential. Full training will be provided.
Hours and benefits:
Minimum 39 hours per week
Statutory holiday entitlement
Workplace pension
Full training provided
A short informal interview and DBS check will be required before employment.
Interested?
If you feel you have the right qualities and would like to make a genuine difference, please get in touch.
Email: warddavid511@gmail.com
This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.
At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.
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