At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to residents with learning disabilities.
- Company: Family-owned residential care home with a warm, supportive atmosphere.
- Benefits: Earn £13.50 per hour, enjoy paid breaks, and flexible shifts.
- Other info: Join a close-knit team in a stable, long-term role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in care preferred; caring attitude and teamwork skills essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 13.5 £ per hour.
- Care Assistant/Housekeeping - Days & Nights - Residential Care AV1994
- Full Time 35 Hours Per Week Residential Care
- Location: Allendale, Northumberland | Pay: £13.50 per hour | Paid Breaks Included
- Family‑Owned Stand‑Alone Service – 12 Residents – Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a small, friendly care home where you can really make a difference?
We are recruiting Healthcare Assistants to join a well‑established, family‑owned residential care service in Allendale, Northumberland.
With over 30 years of experience, this stand‑alone home provides specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs, supporting just 13 residents in a warm, homely environment.
Working in a smaller service allows you to build meaningful relationships with residents, provide truly person‑centred care, and become part of a supportive and close‑knit team.
- Shift Pattern
- Full‑time role averaging 35 hours per week, working a rolling rota of:
- Week 1: 3 shifts
- Week 2: 2 shifts
- Night Shift – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (evening support)
- Additionally – approximately 1–2 hours of cleaning duties during night shifts
- About the Service
- Specialist care for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs
- Accommodation for 13 residents
- Long‑term placements and short‑term respite care
- A safe, homely, and supportive environment
- Individualised care plans focused on dignity, independence, and choice
- Activities that promote wellbeing, confidence, social interaction, and independence
- Your Responsibilities
- Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care
- Support residents with personal care and daily living activities
- Promote dignity, independence, and choice
- Provide emotional support and companionship
- Assist with mobility and wellbeing
- Maintain accurate care records
- Encourage participation in activities and social interaction
- Complete light housekeeping and approximately 1–2 hours of cleaning during night shifts to ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a care setting is preferred
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable
- A caring, patient, and professional approach
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities
- What You'll Receive
- Paid breaks
- Full‑time contract averaging 35 hours per week
- Flexible rota with a mix of day and night shifts
- Supportive, family‑run working environment
- Stable, long‑term employment
- To Apply
Please contact Lauren on or email for more information or to apply.
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