JOB NEWS: Durham County Council is hiring a Home Care and Support Worker in County Durham on a Part-Time and Casual basis.

JOB NEWS: Durham County Council is hiring a Home Care and Support Worker in County Durham on a Part-Time and Casual basis.

Job Overview

• Durham County Council is recruiting Home Care and Support Workers to join its Extra Care Schemes across County Durham.
• The role offers the opportunity to make a real difference by helping people maintain their independence and wellbeing.
• Successful candidates will provide person-centred care and support to residents within Extra Care housing schemes.
• The position forms part of County Durham Care and Support, the Council’s dedicated in-house social care provider.
• Both Part-Time (18.5 hours) and Casual opportunities are available.
• Multiple vacancies are currently available across the county.

Employer

• Durham County Council.
• County Durham Care and Support.
• Dedicated in-house social care provider.
• Committed to supporting vulnerable adults to live independently.
• Provides 24-hour community care and support services.

Location

• Extra Care Schemes across County Durham.
• Current vacancies include:
  
  
  • Harbour Lodge, Seaham.
  • Charles Dickens Lodge, Barnard Castle.
  • Maple Court, Consett.
  • The Orchards, Brandon.
• Additional opportunities may be available across other locations depending on service needs.

Salary

• Grade 4.
• £12,791.50 to £13,412 per annum.
• Hourly rate of £13.26.
• Rising to £13.90 per hour.
• Pay award pending.

Job Type

• Permanent.
• Part-Time (18.5 Hours).
• Casual positions also available.

Working Hours

• 18.5-hour contracted posts available.
• Casual opportunities available.
• Early, late, and night shifts required.
• Rotating shift pattern covering a 7-day service.
• Shifts may start as early as 6:45am.
• Hours worked may vary between 12 and 28.5 hours per week depending on the rota cycle.
• Includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, and some Bank Holidays.

Benefits

• Full induction programme.
• Comprehensive training provided.
• Equipment and uniform supplied.
• Support from on-site supervisors and senior staff.
• Structured career progression opportunities.
• Professional development and training.
• Guaranteed contracted hours.
• Opportunity to work additional hours.
• 27 days annual leave entitlement.
• Annual leave increases to 32 days after five years’ continuous local government service.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements where applicable.
• Competitive rewards and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care in line with individual support plans.
• Promote and encourage independence.
• Support service users’ health, wellbeing, and daily living needs.
• Provide personal care including bathing and dressing.
• Assist with continence care.
• Support mobility and movement.
• Assist with nutrition and dietary requirements.
• Administer medication where required.
• Ensure medical, physical, and emotional needs are met.
• Build positive relationships with residents and colleagues.
• Contribute to the delivery of a high-quality care service.

Candidate Requirements

• Good communication skills.
• Common-sense approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work independently following training and induction.
• Able to build positive relationships with service users and colleagues.
• Compassionate and caring attitude.
• Willingness to undertake personal care duties.
• Flexible approach to shift work.
• No previous experience required.
• NVQ Level 2 in Care or willingness to achieve the qualification within an agreed timescale.

Training and Support

• Full induction into the service and role.
• Ongoing support from experienced supervisors and senior staff.
• Structured learning and development opportunities.
• Career progression pathways within social care.
• Full training provided regardless of previous experience.

Safeguarding Information

• Durham County Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required.
• Adults Barred List check will be undertaken.
• Role involves regulated activity and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• Applicants must share the Council’s commitment to safeguarding.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Equal opportunities employer.
• Disability Confident Leader.
• Applications welcomed from all backgrounds.
• Actively encourages applications from disabled and neurodivergent people.
• Support available throughout the recruitment process.

Application Information

• Vacancy ID: 298489.
• Post Number: AHS/26/034C.
• Four or more positions available.
• Advert Start Date: 22 June 2026.
• Closing Date: 13 July 2026 at 11:59pm.
• Applications must be submitted online through the Northeast Jobs portal.
• CVs are not accepted.
• Applicants should clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential criteria within the application form.

Contact Information

• Helen Reeve.
• Telephone: 07867 409491.
• Email: Helen.Reeve@durham.gov.uk.
• Recruitment Helpdesk: 03000 26 27 27.
• Email: RecruitmentAHS@durham.gov.uk.

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