Senior Care Assistant

Reference: MAY20261981

Expiry date: 22:59, Fri, 31st Jul 2026

Location: Stockton On Tees

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Pension, Health Assured, Bonus Scheme

Senior Care Assistant

Day Shifts Full Time. Senior Care Assistant Nights – The Maple Care Centre.

Job Role: To support the Manager in the overall management of the home. Assume responsibilities of the Manager in his/her absence. To create an environment which respects the rights and wishes of the residents, encourage person‑centred care and maximises independence. The successful person will be joining a close‑knit, friendly team who offer a quality service.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and providing the requirements for “normal” health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• To participate in holistic caring activities.
• Care for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
• Ensure a system is in place that promotes residents’ participation in the planning and reviewing of care.
• To be responsible for the care planning process, maintaining appropriate medication and care delivery for a designated group of service users.
• To understand the right of the individual to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition.
• Report to Manager any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors.
• To attend any in‑service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement.
• Ensure service is delivered in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures and practices.

Desirable Qualities

• NVQ 3 /MA L3 in Health and Social Care or working towards it.
• Previous experience as a senior in a Residential Care or Nursing Home.
• A passion for care of the elderly.
• Experience of medication administration.

Benefits

• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment.
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications – learn while you earn!
• 4‑weekly pay periods.
• Full training given.
• Paid induction and shadow shifts.
• Paid holiday.
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life.
• Rewards scheme for all staff.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.

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