Senior Health Care Assistant

Job description

Location & SalaryNewcastle – £12.95–£14.00 per hour.

Qualifications and Experience

NVQ Level 3 is essential

Transferrable DBS Certificate is preferable but not essential

Experience working within a care home environment as a Senior care assistant is essential

To possess good manners and a flexible approach

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to be patient & keep calm under pressure

Easily adaptable to new environments

Reliable & trustworthy

Access to your own transport is desirable, however this is not essential

Flexible to work within multiple environments on a weekly basis dependent on the requirements of our clients.

Responsibilities

Delivering high standards of care

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

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).

Assisting with activities of daily living and domestic duties

Ensuring that the health, safety and welfare of clients is always protected

Maintain regular communication with the Home Manager

Ensuring effective written and oral communication at all times

Benefits

Full time or part time work

Opportunity to work within a wide range of different healthcare environments

Access to our online staff portal to manage your availability and work assignments

About the CompanyPin Point Health and Social Care work in partnership with a wide range of care providers in order to deliver high quality, consistent and reliable staffing solutions.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

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