At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide person-centred care to older adults, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Company: PerfectCare Ltd, a leading home care provider in County Durham.
- Benefits: Guaranteed hours, paid mileage, full training, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with structured patterns and support for mental health.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just a compassionate attitude and a driving licence.
Salary: £26,130 Pro Rata, plus mileage at £0.30 per hour.
Looking for a rewarding career in care? At PerfectCare Ltd, we make your working day easier with grouped visits, structured shift patterns, and minimal gaps between calls. You’ll know your rota in advance and work within a small, local area. For over 13 years, Perfect Care Ltd has delivered high-quality, person-centred home care across County Durham and Gateshead to deliver exceptional and personalised care to our service users; enhancing their quality of life, independence, and dignity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Benefits of Working With Us
- Paid Mileage: at 30p per mile
- Permanent positions: Full time, Part Time mornings/evenings
- Full training programme, including paid shadow shifts
- Fully funded NVQ qualifications from day one
- DBS Check
- TELUS Health Wellbeing App for mental health support
- Refer-a-friend bonus (T&C's Apply)
- Clear career progression opportunities
About the Role
As a Care Assistant, you will provide person-centred care to older adults across Durham helping them regain independence in their own homes.
- Personal care
- Meal preparation and basic cooking
- Light household tasks
- Food shopping
- Companionship and emotional support
No experience needed – full training provided!
What We Are Looking For
- Travel Requirements: This is a community-based role, so a full UK driving licence, your own car, and business insurance are essential.
- Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship currently.
- Ability to work AM/PM shifts and alternate weekends
Be Part of Something That Truly Matters
At PerfectCare Ltd we welcome everyone to apply, no matter your experience level. If you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, HCA, Health Care Assistant or in the NHS we would love to hear from you. However, if you do not have experience, we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply, for example: retail sales assistant, customer service, hairdressers/beauticians, receptionist, administrator, cleaners, warehouse workers and delivery drivers. If you’re compassionate, reliable, and ready to start a rewarding career in care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and make a real difference in your community!
Home Care Assistant - Durham City employer: Perfect Care Ltd
Perfect Care Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering flexible working hours and competitive pay for Care Assistants in Gateshead. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive team environment, staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact on clients' lives. The added benefit of paid mileage and comprehensive training further enhances the rewarding experience of working with us.
