Care Assistant

SeeMeHired; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in the Tees Valley is seeking an experienced and compassionate carer. In this role, you will support residents with personal care, supervise care staff, and provide end-of-life care. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care and prior experience in a senior carer role. Join a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality care and making a real difference every day.

Benefits

Clear progression routes

Ongoing training and development

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a senior carer or end-of-life/palliative care role is required.
• Experience supporting families through bereavement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and emotional reassurance.
• Supervise and mentor care staff.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and respond to changes.
• Provide end-of-life care to residents with life-limiting conditions.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Emotional resilience

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of DNACPR processes

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced and compassionate carer looking to make a real difference during the most important stage of someone's life? At Hill Care, we believe a care home should be a warm, welcoming community where residents feel safe, valued, and truly at home. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, and Empowerment (C.A.R.E.), we provide exceptional care that puts people first.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents with personal care and emotional reassurance
• Supervising and mentoring care staff to maintain best practice
• Liaising with families, GPs, nurses, and palliative care professionals
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and promptly responding to changes
• Upholding dignity, respect, and sensitivity at all times, including end-of-life care to make residents as comfortable as possible
• Provide end-of-life care to residents with life-limiting conditions, ensuring comfort, dignity, and quality of care in their final days

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Prior experience in a senior carer or end-of-life/palliative care role
• Compassionate, calm, and emotionally resilient nature
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A genuine commitment to person-centred care; End-of-life care training (e.g., Gold Standards Framework, Six Steps)
• Experience supporting families through bereavement
• Knowledge of Advance Care Planning and DNACPR processes

Why join Hill Care

Choosing a care home is a significant decision—and so is choosing where you work. We understand the emotional impact that transition can have on families, and we\'re here to offer the expertise, reassurance and personal support they need. By joining our team, you\'ll become part of a group that genuinely puts people first. Whether it\'s residential, nursing, or dementia care, we focus on delivering the right support, at the right time, in the right way—and you\'ll be central to that mission. We\'re proud of the difference we make every day. If you\'re compassionate, dedicated, and ready to grow your career in a supportive environment, we\'d love to welcome you to the Hill Care family. At Hill Care, your work has real meaning. Whether you\'re just starting out or looking to grow your career in care, you can make a difference—every single day.

Benefits

• A clear route for progression into senior and management roles
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive environment that recognises your contribution
• The chance to work in a well-maintained, high-quality home environment