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CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Tameside; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Shifts with meal provided

GP Online for you & dependents

Discounts & offers

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning & development

Career progression

Long service awards

Refer a Friend £1000

Job summary

Sunnyside, part of CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a care team and deliver high-quality, person-centered care. You will manage shift operations, oversee medications, and communicate with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to maintain continuity of care.

The role requires NVQ Level 2 (minimum) with Level 3 desirable, strong leadership, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is the minimum.
• Level 3 is desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care.
• Oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to changes.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and professionals.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team support

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Job description

Our 43 bedded home provides residential and residential dementia care in Droylsden, just outside Manchester. Sunnyside is a welcoming, homely care home with comfortable communal areas, a peaceful enclosed garden and a strong sense of community. The home provides a supportive environment where colleagues can develop their skills while delivering person centred care and making a difference to residents every day.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• Contracted to 33 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Senior Care Assistant, you will guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference every day to our residents.

You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised, consistent and delivered to a high standard. Alongside providing hands on care, you will oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to any changes, ensuring care remains safe and appropriate.

You will maintain accurate care records and work closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.

We Are Looking For

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role

About Care Concern Group

Sunnyside is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.

Our five values

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity

shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.