Employer: Calderdale Homecare Limited
Job Title: Care Assistant
Location: Newcastle, United Kingdom
Salary: £13.45 an hour
Job Type: Part-time & Full-time
About the Role
Care Assistant – Gateshead£13.45 per hour | Paid Travel Time | Guaranteed Hours | No Experience Needed
Looking for secure work that fits around your life – and actually pays you properly?
Join Calderdale Homecare Limited and start a rewarding career making a real difference in your local community.
What You’ll Earn
- £13.45 per hour – paid for your full shift (including travel time & training)
- 45p per mile mileage (drivers) / 20p per mile (cyclists)
- Bonuses up to £300 (New Starter & Refer-a-Friend)
- Annual bonus up to £400 + £25 birthday gift voucher
No unpaid gaps. No zero-hour uncertainty. Just fair pay for your time.
Why People Choose Calderdale Homecare Limited
- Guaranteed hours contracts
- Local, grouped care visits – work close to home
- Structured rotas – know your schedule in advance
- Block shifts available (mornings or evenings)
- Alternate weekends only (2-week rota)
- Full-time & part-time roles available
No Experience? No Problem.
Calderdale Homecare Limited provides:
- Fully paid training
- Paid shadow shifts
- Fully funded NVQ qualifications
- Clear career progression
People from retail, customer service, admin, cleaning, hospitality, warehouse, delivery driving and the NHS are regularly welcomed.
The Role
You’ll support people to live independently in their own homes across Gateshead, helping with:
- Personal care
- Meal preparation and light cooking
- Household tasks & shopping
- Companionship and emotional support
This is person-centred care that genuinely changes lives.
What Calderdale Homecare Limited Is Looking For
- A caring, reliable nature
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work alternate weekends
- Right to work in the UK (Calderdale Homecare Limited cannot offer sponsorship at present)
- A driving licence & access to a car is helpful but not essential
Work That Truly Matters
At Calderdale Homecare Limited, high-quality, personalised care is delivered across North West, Gateshead and Newcastle, supporting dignity, independence and quality of life.
Calderdale Homecare Limited is a Real Living Wage Employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Apply Today
Whether you’re experienced or brand new to care, Calderdale Homecare Limited wants to hear from you.
Apply now and start a career you can be proud of – with pay, support and stability you deserve.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Referral programme
Experience
Care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification
Drivers License (preferred)
Work Authorisation
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location
On the road
Pay
£13.45 per hour
Expected Hours
No less than 2 per week
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official website for more information — click here to apply now.