Care Assistant

Pay Rate:  Up to £14.10 per hour

Location:  South Shields

Shifts Available: Day Shifts Available

We are  CCH . With 14,000  colleagues across 32  care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do.  Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care.

What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves:

• 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend  to join our company.
• 135 internal promotions  were earned in just 12 months
• Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional

At Advantage Healthcare, part of CCH, we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team in South Shields.

Job Description

What you'll do

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Complex Care Assistant to support a lovely 13-year-old girl with cerebral palsy and a learning disability in her family home. She lives with her parents and siblings in a busy, welcoming household.

In this role, you will deliver person-centred care , working alongside a colleague and a multidisciplinary team to support her wellbeing, independence, and participation in community activities. An adapted vehicle is available to enable safe and enjoyable outings.

Clinical Needs

• Cerebral palsy
• Learning disability
• Moving and positioning support
• Assistance with personal care

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

You don’t need any care experience to apply for this role, just plenty of care, compassion and resilience as we provide full nurse-led training.

Additional Information

Here’s what makes us different:

• Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application
• Full training & paid induction - no experience needed
• Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles
• Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments
• National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH
• Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more

Ready to apply?

Our quick, simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you.