Compassionate Care Assistant - Flexible Shifts & Growth

Harbour Healthcare Limited; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full paid training

Career progression

Job summary

Harbour Healthcare at Maple Lodge Care Home in Sunderland is seeking a Senior Care Assistant on a maternity cover basis for 33 hours per week. You will support residents with daily routines, personal care, meals, and companionship, delivering compassionate care with dignity.

Full training provided, with opportunities for development. NVQ Level 3 or progress toward it is required, and a caring, reliable team player will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Kindness that can’t be taught.
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn (full training provided!).
• A team player that can make a difference every day.
• Care experience is essential in this role.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people with daily routines
• Helping with personal care (with dignity and respect)
• Preparing meals and sharing meaningful moments
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Being the reason someone smiles today

Skills

Kindness

Reliability

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 or working towards it

Job description

Harbour Healthcare at Maple Lodge Care Home in Sunderland is seeking a Senior Care Assistant on a maternity cover basis for 33 hours per week. You will support residents with daily routines, personal care, meals, and companionship, delivering compassionate care with dignity.

Full training provided, with opportunities for development. NVQ Level 3 or progress toward it is required, and a caring, reliable team player will thrive in this role.