We are looking for a Female Care Assistant to join our growing team across North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Newcastle. This role can offer either full-time hours or part-time hours, depending on your availability.
What we offer
- £14.05 per hour
- 35p per mile between visits
- Full-time and part-time hours available
- Guaranteed hours available for suitable applicants
- Shifts planned in advance
- Early mornings, evenings and alternate weekends available
- Paid induction and training
- Paid DBS
- Funded NVQ qualifications
- Uniform and PPE provided
- A supportive management team
- A professional and well-organised branch
What the role involves
You will support clients in their own homes with:
- Personal care
- Medication support
- Meals and hydration
- Light household tasks
- Shopping and errands
- Companionship
- Recording care notes on our mobile app
Most importantly, you will help people stay independent and enjoy life in the way that is right for them.
What we are looking for
- A female applicant due to a genuine occupational requirement in line with the Equality Act 2010
- A driver with access to your own car
- A caring and reliable nature
- Good communication skills
- Confidence working one-to-one in people’s homes
- Availability for early mornings, evenings and alternate weekends
- Care experience is helpful but not essential, as full training is provided
Join a Growing, Professional Home Care Team with a Structured Rota
At Walfinch Home Care Newcastle, we believe care should help people thrive, not just survive.
We help people stay safe, well, active, and independent in their own homes. We do not just focus on tasks. We focus on helping people keep living the life that matters to them.
That might mean personal care. It might mean support with meals or medication. It might also mean helping someone get out into the community, keep moving, enjoy their routine, and feel like themselves.
Why join Walfinch Newcastle?
We do care differently.
At Walfinch, we believe great care is about more than getting through the day. It is about helping people stay independent, connected, confident, and active in the ways that matter to them. Walfinch describes this as “Time to Thrive” and builds its care around an active lifestyle and person-led support.
When you join us, you will be part of a team that cares about doing things properly. We plan ahead. We support our staff. We want carers who are kind, reliable, and proud of the difference they make.
Please note: This position has a "genuine occupational requirement" under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975; therefore, only female applicants can be considered.
Ready to apply?
If you want a care role where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Press Apply and our team will be in touch for a friendly chat.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Pay: £14.05 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to your own vehicle?
- Our working hours range from between 7am to 10pm. What is your availability to work, including the time of day?
- How many minimum hours per week would suit you?
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
