Care Assistant
St Philips Care - Chilton, County Durham
On-sitePermanentPart time
Care Assistant - Chilton Care Centre 22Hours Available. St Philip's Care is dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients which is why we have been award the most outstanding Residential Care Management Team in the UK and continue to apply this ethos through 2026 Our company values and encourages our staff, provide ongoing training and the opportunities to progress throughout the business if desired. Wherever you want your career in care to take you, you can do it with St Philips Care. Do you need a job that offers flexibility, the chance for progression, and to make a difference? Stop looking! You’ve found it! With this role you can Earn while you Learn as we can provide full training. Come and join our great care team at St Philips Care and love your job! The successful applicant should be willing to learn, caring in nature and kind. Being reliable with a good attitude towards work is valued. Full training can be provided for the right applicant. As a Care Assistant you will be responsible for: Understanding and providing the requirements for “normal” health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed. To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so. To participate in holistic caring activities. Care for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence. Read and act on the Care Plans of each client to promote continuity of care. To understand the right of the individual to confidentiality. Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs. Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition Report to Senior staff any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors To attend any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement As a Care Assistant it would be desirable to have, Previous experience of care work in a Hospital, Care or Nursing Home. A Passion for Care of the Elderly NVQ2 / SVQ2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care Benefits of working with the St Philips Family A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications “learn while you earn!” 4-weekly pay periods Full training given Paid induction and shadow shifts E - Learning incentive scheme Paid holiday Flexible opportunities to fit around your life Rewards scheme for all staff Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00 To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK The chance to change lives Option to join the people pension if not automatically enrolled.
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Administration Assistant
Teaching Vacancies - Yarm, Cleveland
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for • Support HR administration within school • Deliver efficient administrative and clerical support across the school. • Maintain accurate records using school IT systems and databases. • Communicate effectively with students, parents/carers, staff and external agencies. • Handle confidential information in accordance with GDPR and school policies. • Demonstrate strong organisational, ICT and customer service skills. • Be committed to safeguarding, equality, health and safety, and promoting the welfare of children and young people. What the school offers its staff • A positive and caring ethos and working atmosphere • Friendly children, eager to learn and achieve • An aspirational curriculum for all students • A committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team • Excellent support from the Governing Body, the staff and parents/carers • Opportunities for career development Commitment to safeguarding The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practices, and all pre-employment checks will be completed before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. It is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An online search will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates to identify any publicly available information that may be relevant to the recruitment process.
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Healthcare Assistant
Elysium Healthcare - Darlington
£25,565 to £25,565 a year
PermanentFull time
Are you a naturally caring experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where you’re valued, recognised and supported? If you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others and change lives for the better, then join the team at Beck House in Lakeside, Darlington as a Healthcare Assistant and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. You’ll have access to a range of training and development options to help you achieve your career aspirations, while working as part of a supportive and friendly team in a culture built on kindness and teamwork. What you will be doing: You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care to people with Learning Disabilities & Autism , using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life. Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accordingly with colleagues, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene. It can be quite a challenging environment at times, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. But it is hugely rewarding to see people improve because of your involvement, knowing that you’ve made someone’s life better. The shift patterns are 12.5 hours a day, 3-4 days a week (37.5 hours) including nights and weekends. Where you will be working: Location: Beck House, Hammond Drive, Lakeside, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 5TH Beck House is a registered care service with nursing that forms part of Elysium’s Learning Disabilities & Autism complex care service, which provides six bespoke single-person apartments, enabling individuals to live in their own space. The service is due to open in January 2026 . What you will get: Hourly rate of £13.11 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals Pension contribution to secure your future Life Assurance for added peace of mind Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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Care Assistant
Solehawk Ltd
£12.91 to £12.91 an hour
PermanentFull time
Are you ready to work for an inclusive and supportive organisation where the residents are at the heart of everything we do? Are you looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive, rewarding, and resident-focused care environment? Our homes offer meaningful opportunities to make a positive difference every day, while developing your skills as part of a dedicated and professional team. About the Role: As a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting residents with their daily routines, helping them to maintain as much independence, dignity, and mobility as possible. You will provide high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring each resident’s wellbeing remains at the heart of everything you do. You will also maintain accurate and up-to-date records and support residents with personal care needs such as dressing, eating, and bathing. Your Responsibilities: Experience in delivering care in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while maintaining a positive, friendly, and respectful approach. Remain calm, organised, and compassionate during busy periods, ensuring residents continue to receive the highest standard of care. Maintain a professional appearance and uphold the standards expected within a care setting. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to the changing needs of residents and the care environment. Complete tasks under the direction of the senior team and use initiative when working independently. About Us: We provide high-quality nursing, residential, and dementia care, with a strong focus on the comfort, dignity, and wellbeing of our residents. As a well-established care provider, we are committed to delivering professional, compassionate, and person-centred services that put residents first. Why join us? Our aim is to support residents to live as independently as possible in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment. Your Benefits: Real-Time Pay with Flexearn: Track your earnings, access pay when needed, and benefit from helpful money management tools. Discounted Stays: Enjoy discounted stays at selected UK hotels and branded locations for you, your friends, and your family. Food and Beverage Discounts: Access discounts on food and drinks across our hotels and venues. Spa Discounts: Benefit from exclusive discounts on spa treatments and experiences. Retail, Cinema and Leisure Discounts: Save on shopping, cinema visits, and leisure activities. Monthly Recognition Awards: Be recognised for your contribution and commitment. Long-Service Awards: Celebrate career milestones with rewards starting from one year of service, including additional annual leave. Recommend a Friend: Receive rewards for referring friends or family to join the organisation. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential support at any time, including support for your family. Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with access to our pension scheme. Bereavement Leave: Receive time away from work when it is most needed, giving you peace of mind during difficult times. Are you ready to make a difference in our residents’ lives? If you are professional, compassionate, and passionate about supporting older people, we would welcome your application. Apply now and help us continue to make our home a positive place for residents to live. Please note that all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced criminal record check.
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Healthcare Assistant
NHS Jobs - Newton Aycliffe
Negotiable
PermanentFull time
BEWICK CRESCENT SURGERY Job Description Role: Health Care Assistant Name: Location: Bewick Crescent Surgery Responsible to: Nurse Manager Job summary. Provide patient care and services such as blood sampling, ECG monitoring, blood pressures etc. Key contact for patients when visiting the surgery with efficient communication with the clinical nursing and GP teams essential. Support clinics where required e.g. Diabetic and Rheumatology, Diabetic foot checks, Complete NHS health checks Venepuncture taking blood samples from patients using vaccutainer system. Specialised techniques e.g. butterfly using alternate areas on body, supporting clinics including diabetes, NHS Checks and GPs requests. Blood Pressures taking blood pressures on patients using electronic equipment.Following practice protocols, taking appropriate action with either follow up monitoring, or GP referrals. Set up home blood pressure monitoring and process results. ECGs performing heart tracings on patients, down loading information onto computer system and extracting an A4 printout for GPs attention, taking appropriate action according to results i.e.; urgent attention, GP appointment, routine monitoring. Liaise with manufacturer for reporting equipment faults and system issues. Action when necessary. Including setting up and fitting of 24 hour ECGs and process results. Diabetic foot care checks Screen diabetic patients for vascular and neuropathy assessments providing foot care advice when necessary. Refer onwards as required. Urine testing urine specimens for anomalies, i.e. protein, glucose, blood, nitrites etc taking correct action. Labelling and sending samples to laboratory for appropriate testing requirements using the ICE system. Chaperoning - at GPs request, attending patient examinations, consoling and reassuring patients when necessary. Smoking cessatior first point of contact for patients wishing to quit smoking. Refer to the appropriate smoking cessation service. Update patient records using the correct read codes after every consultation. Always check demographic data as per protocols. Use templates wherever available for data entry. Vaccinations: Administer B12, pneumococcal and flu vaccinations as required. NHS checks: first point of contact for patient. Collate family history, take required measurements, monitor BP and take relevant bloods. Refer to GP when required. Minor Operations Clinic: support the clinician in performing the minor operations clinic by setting up room, equipment and ensuring relevant injections are there for the patients attending. Ear Irrigation: checking patients ear, and irrigating with water to remove wax, ensuring ear drums are intact and informing the patient of risks and aftercare. General Duties E-mail: Read them daily and take necessary action on any message received. Tasks and notifications: Read daily and take necessary action on any tasks or briefings. GP Team Net: check daily. Acknowledge items when required. Update training record & upload certificates. Standard worksheets/station logs: check your workstation log daily for updates; update/create worksheets as appropriate. Maintain the current standard of work sheets. Receive and make calls as required. Divert calls and take messages as appropriate, create a task for all messages to nurses, GPs and Practice/Assistant Practice Manager. Do not use paper. Log all dialogue with patients in Systmone. Deal with all telephone calls including appointments, divert as necessary. Ensure your training records are kept up to date transition to GPTN. Ensure all surgery policy documents are the most recent version and remove old versions from all work stations. Attend meetings and training events as required. Remove room name plate from door when not in use. Ensure the name plate follows you to avoid patient confusion. Other Duties Be able to analyse patient information and take appropriate action in order to accommodate patients needs and requirements. Recognise when follow up appointments may be necessary. Using set protocols as a guide to patient care. Have the ability to refer patients to the correct clinicians where appropriate. Perform administration procedures by updating patient records and information data. Liaise with GPs/Nurses/ internal clinicians and staff as needed and appropriate to do so. Adhere to Health and Safety requirements e.g. COSHH, reporting of accidents and incidents. Maintain confidentiality and data protection throughout. Maintain a high standard of training in order to meet practice requirements and deliver a gold standard care package to patients. Ensure all competency assessments are undertaken prior to delivery of service. Skills Required Phlebotomy Clinical Skills Excellent communication and rapport with patients Excellent IT skills
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Assistant Practitioner
NHS Jobs - Darlington
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
PermanentFull time
Deliver effective cardiac arrest prevention training programs across the organisation. Assist the Lead Nurse with duties that will enable the effective running of the cardiac arrest prevention service. Contribute to the development of projects and strategy by leading on an identified aspect of cardiac arrest prevention or resuscitation practice. Identify and proactively manage cardiac arrest prevention related risk Provide resuscitation and deteriorating patient training Support the sisters/charge nurses in the delivery of the service Assist with the delivery of projects, under the direction of a sister/charge nurse, as required Assist with audit, under the direction of a sister/charge nurse, as required Provide advice in relation to basic resuscitation or deteriorating patient enquires from clinical staff and refer complex enquiries to a sister/charge nurse
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Care Assistant
Akari Care Limited - Newton Aycliffe
£13.22 to £13.22 an hour
PermanentFull time
About the role As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives. You will assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support. About you Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team Good communication skills and able to build relationships Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice Warm, approachable, and engaging persona Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated What is in it for you. A competitive salary Employer pension contribution of 3% Flexible working hours and patterns We offer Wage stream - an app allowing you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays) Fully funded training and development An engaging community environment where everyone is respected Welfare and well-being support Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are: Personalised Kind Caring Trusted Community If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.
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Maintenance Assistant
Elysium Healthcare - Darlington
£26,025 to £26,025 a year
PermanentFull time
Join Beck House in Lakeside, Darlington as a Maintenance Assistant where you will be part of creating a well- presented and safe environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society. As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the services facilities are fit for purpose, gardening and will regularly conduct audits to identify and repair any faults ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors. Working alongside an established team, you will turn your hand to all maintenance-related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service. You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Maintenance Assistant you will be: Assisting with ensuring that the service, buildings, facilities and equipment requirements are maintained and fit for purpose Utilising good DIY skills to ensure safety of service users is maintained Assisting in regular checks and maintenance Assisting in the repair and maintenance of all buildings Assisting in all decorating Liaising with a manager reporting all faults and defects Participating in a 1 week retaining on-call rota for the purposes of emergency maintenance Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing of all paperwork and tool checks To be successful in this role, you will: Comply with system and procedures Have previous experience within a maintenance role Work effectively as part of a team and independently Show courtesy and respect to residents at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of service Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings Where you will be working: Location: Beck House, Hammond Drive, Lakeside, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 5TH Beck House is a registered care service with nursing that forms part of Elysium’s Learning Disabilities & Autism complex care service, which provides six bespoke single-person apartments, enabling individuals to live in their own space. The service is due to open in January 2026. What you will get: Annual salary of £26,025 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals Pension contribution to secure your future Life Assurance for added peace of mind Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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Domestic Assistant
Akari Care Limited - Stockton
£12.76 to £12.76 an hour
PermanentPart time
** 21 Hours per week over 3 days - including alternate weekends ** If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working alongside and in collaboration with your colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents’ rooms and in all communal areas. You will be adaptable and approachable in nature, not only prioritising resident care always but actively promoting continual improvement of standards in all areas. This approach should reinforce the provision of a clean and healthy environment in which our residents are valued, respected, and retain their individualism and dignity. You will continually assess the domestic needs of all residents. Through the adherence to all policies and procedures you and your colleagues will ensure delivery of the highest standards that make a true difference to each of our residents, contributing to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives. By showing us you can match our values with the desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require. What we require from you: Experience of working within similar environment A caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approach. Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice. Strong work ethic with solution-based approach to problem solving. Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you. Warm, approachable, and engaging persona Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated. Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents What is in it for you: A competitive salary Pension contribution of 5% Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes. Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid. 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays) Flexible working patterns Fully funded training and development Support with personal development plans. The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally. An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.
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Care Assistant
Akari Care Limited - Stockton
£13.22 to £13.22 an hour
PermanentFull time
** 44 Hours per week over 4 days including alternate weekends ** About the role As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives. You will assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support. About you Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team Good communication skills and able to build relationships Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice Warm, approachable, and engaging persona Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated What is in it for you. A competitive salary Employer pension contribution of 3% Flexible working hours and patterns We offer Wage stream - an app allowing you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays) Fully funded training and development An engaging community environment where everyone is respected Welfare and well-being support Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are: Personalised Kind Caring Trusted Community If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.
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