Compassionate Care Assistant — Dementia Support & Growth

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount program

Recognition schemes

EAP & wellbeing app

Pension scheme

DBS check included

Career development

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking a Care Assistant to provide compassionate personal care and support to residents at Archers Park Dementia Care Home in Sunderland.

You will work as part of a dedicated team to enhance residents’ daily living and wellbeing, delivering meals, activities, and companionship with dignity. The role offers full- and part-time day shifts across 22–44 hours per week, with development opportunities and a supportive environment for career growth within the Orchard Care

Qualifications

• Demonstrates warmth and compassion in care delivery.
• Effective verbal and written communication with residents and colleagues.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team in a care home.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
• Respect for residents' privacy, dignity, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, oral hygiene).
• Assist residents with activities, outings, and appointments.
• Serve meals and refreshments with warmth and courtesy.
• Maintain a clean, pleasant, welcoming environment.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ wellbeing as a key worker.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Respect privacy/dignity

Job description

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking a Care Assistant to provide compassionate personal care and support to residents at Archers Park Dementia Care Home in Sunderland.

You will work as part of a dedicated team to enhance residents’ daily living and wellbeing, delivering meals, activities, and companionship with dignity. The role offers full- and part-time day shifts across 22–44 hours per week, with development opportunities and a supportive environment for career growth within the Orchard Care