Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare Limited

Posted 2026-04-09

Reference

REF11450S

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary

Up to £14.10 per hour

Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare Limited

Newcastle upon Tyne

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Company Description


Pay Rate: Up to £14.10 per hour

Location: South Shields

Shifts Available: Day Shifts Available

Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role. 

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.

Apply now