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We are seeking compassionate and reliable Female Care Support Workers to support people to live independently at home across the Consett area.
Position: Female Care Support Worker
Location: Consett, County Durham
Salary: £ - £ per hour
Hours: Part time and flexible hours available
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
This is an opportunity to join a community-focused home care team supporting people to live well in their own homes. The organisation is looking for caring and dependable individuals who want to make a genuine difference in their local community.
No previous care experience is required as full training and ongoing support will be provided. The role involves visiting people in their homes to provide practical and emotional support that helps them maintain independence, dignity and wellbeing.
Responsibilities can include:
1. Providing companionship and emotional support
2. Assisting with personal care
3. Supporting with daily routines and household tasks
4. Helping people access the community and attend appointments
5. Building positive relationships with the people you support
6. Working collaboratively as part of a supportive local team
Shifts are typically delivered in 5-hour blocks, with morning and evening shifts available. Applicants must be able to work alternate weekends.
About You
The organisation is looking for people with warmth, kindness and a strong sense of community. Experience in care is welcome but not essential.
You will need:
7. A caring, respectful and compassionate approach
8. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle
9. The right to work in the UK
10. To live within approximately 5-10 miles of Consett
11. Good communication and teamwork skills
12. Reliability and a willingness to learn
Please note this role is restricted to female applicants due to a genuine occupational requirement in line with the needs of the people being supported.
About the Organisation
This award-winning home care provider is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support while creating rewarding careers for care professionals. The organisation values kindness, teamwork and supporting people to bring their whole selves to work.
Benefits include:
13. Paid travel time, training and team meetings
14. 45p per mile mileage allowance
15. Paid team meetings and buddy support
16. Funded Blue Light Card membership
17. Wellness support and referral schemes
18. Funded training and qualifications including NVQ opportunities
19. Birthday leave and annual leave entitlement
Other roles you may have experience of could include:
Care Assistant, Community Support Worker, Home Care Worker, Domiciliary Care Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, Outreach Worker, Care Companion