Care Assistant

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Care Assistant

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Routes Healthcare .

Care Assistant - Gateshead. This role is for female applicants only, due to specific client care needs and to ensure the client''s comfort, in line with the

Equality Act 2010 .

Unfortunately, at this time, Routes Healthcare is unable to offer Sponsorship.

About UsRoutes Healthcare is a leading care provider. We are a care company, not an agency. We provide support to people in their own home and out in the community, taking the time to listen to our clients and ensure their needs are met with care and consideration.

We are looking for dedicated and passionate care workers to deliver high standards of care.

Benefits

Career development through our Routes Academy programme helping you achieve your goals.

Support with a dedicated on-call team, 24/7.

Wellbeing and mental health support.

Flexible shift patterns – support work/life balance from the start.

Staff referral scheme with generous incentives.

We don\''t use agency staff; only employed Routes care workers will be on shift.

About The RoleWe provide homecare across Gateshead and are committed to making lives better 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This includes the people we support as well as their loved ones and family members.

We support people who need complex care services, including long-term health conditions, clinically-led enhanced homecare, and end-of-life care, with individual hobbies, activities, and daily routines in mind.

As care is always needed, a range of shifts will be available from Monday to Sunday. Please speak to the recruitment team to hear about our shift patterns. Paid at £13.69 per hour (including holiday pay). Mileage paid at 30 pence per mile.

What You Will Need For The Job

At least 6 months paid care experience in the UK.

The right to work in the UK without needing employer support.

A full valid driving licence in the UK and access to a car for work.

A caring positive attitude and patience.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Other

Industries

Individual and Family Services

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