Job Description

Care Assistant


Salary: 12.21 per hour (20,952.36 per annum)


Working Hours: 33 hours per week


Service: Essential Care and Support Limited


300 Joining Bonus



We are currently recruiting for a Care Assistant to join our team at Essential Care and Support Limited - Abbeyvale Care Center, based in Hartlepool



Essential Care and Support is a part of the National Care Group and is a dedicated specialist in providing person centred care across our supported living, outreach and day services. Abbeyvale Care Centre is a warm and caring residential service designed to suit the needs of people with various diagnoses, including physical disabilities, symptoms of old age, dementia diagnosis, and mental health needs.



About National Care Group


National Care Group is one of the UK's leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autism and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.


We won Specialist Care Provider of the Year 2025 in the large group category at the National Care Awards! We Won Specialist Care Provider 2025! - National Care Group


We Won Specialist Care Provider 2025! - National Care Group


National Care Group named Specialist Care Provider of the Year (large group) at the National Care Awards 2025

The role of a National Care Group Support Worker

You will work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes challenging role but one with huge rewards.

You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together. You will help to plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and running errands. You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication. You will help to plan and participate in any exciting days out they wish to enjoy. You will make a positive impact on someone's life by supporting them to become more independent wherever possible.

What qualities do you need to be a great support worker?

A caring attitude, with a passion for supporting others and a motivation to see them achieve goals. A team player, able to work effectively with other colleagues. Resilience to keep going at difficult times and the confidence to ask for support if needed. Excellent listening and communication skills.

What's in it for you?

The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organisation that values growing its team from within. You can continuously learn on the job with the benefit of paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications. You will work at an organisation that celebrates age, gender and diversity within an inclusive culture. The organisation promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy. The opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme. Access to an app called Stream, enabling greater control over your finances.


Don't meet every single requirement? We invite you to apply anyway!


At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. So, If you're ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!