Care Assistants
Disability North, Shipcote, Gateshead
Care Assistants
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Disability North, Shipcote, Gateshead
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 10 Sep | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: e1fed47431cb4408aed4493388163395
Location ref: Shipcote, Gateshead
Full Job Description
We are looking for caring, patient and reliable Care Assistants to join a small team providing 24-hour support to an adult male with an Acquired Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in his own home.
The role includes:
Personal care and support with daily living
Washing, dressing and meal preparation
Cleaning and laundry
Moving, handling, transferring and positioning
Supporting with bed and wheelchair transfers
Accompanying the client to appointments and outings
Providing companionship and day-to-day support
The role involves long day shifts and 24-hour shifts with a sleepover, working on a rota. Flexibility to cover additional shifts during staff holidays or sickness would be appreciated.
Patient, compassionate and honest
Reliable and trustworthy
Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
Respectful of privacy, dignity and confidentiality
A good communicator with a caring attitude
Previous care, brain injury or moving & handling experience is an advantage but not essential. Full training will be provided.