Senior Care Assistant

Job description

Senior Care Assistant (Care Home)

DAYS 38.5 hours

£15.30/hr

Stockton-on-Tees TS16 0DP

Maternity Cover (12 Months)

PLEASE NOTE SPONSORSHIP FOR OVERSEAS CANDIDATES IS NOT AVAILABLE, ALSO NEITHER IS SWITCHING VISAS SORRY. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

You will be joining a fantastic group of care homes, rated at Good in all 5 areas by the CQC, whose person-centred approach to care relies on the dedication and passion of our employees, who we expect to go the extra mile to improve the home experience and generate a relaxed and informal community within our homes.

The care home is a 82 bed, modern home you will be tasked with assisting with the residents care plan, supervising the caring team, delivering the highest standards of personalised care to residents. Ensure that at all times residents are treated with respect and dignity, and that individuals rights to privacy, dignity, independence and choice are met.

Key Responsibilities
To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to residents, following individual care plans carefully and ensuring that all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive.

To act as a key worker for a named group of residents, ensuring that these responsibilities are carried out in full (as defined in the training manual).
To participate in the formulation and maintenance of individual care plans for each resident and administer medication to residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records for both.

Person specification
NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care as a minimum (Essential)
Supervisory/leadership skills
Minimum of 2 years relevant UK Care Home experience is required.

Details
38.5 Hours on DAYS, 8am-8pm shifts, including alternative weekends, working 3 on 3 off.
£15.30 per hour
MATERNITY COVER Contract
Excellent public transport links

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stockton-On-Tees

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£15.00 Per Hour

Published at

06-05-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English