Relief Care Assistant - Lawnfield House

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Relief Care Assistant to join their team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves ensuring the highest standards of care while promoting the Christian ethos of the organization. You will be responsible for addressing the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of residents, while also leading staff and management in a supportive environment. With flexible working hours and a commitment to professional development, this is a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of older individuals and those with learning disabilities.

Benefits

Discount card for local shops and restaurants

Free staff meals

Free uniform

Free training

Enhanced annual leave

Free Access NI and NISCC registration

Enhanced maternity pay

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Understanding and respect for the needs of older people or those with learning disabilities.
• Willingness to maintain registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body.

Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure the highest standards of care for residents.
• Lead management and staff to meet the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Skills

Communication in English

Understanding of Health and Safety practices

Respect for the needs of older people

Willingness to undertake NVQ/QCF training

Education

NVQ/QCF training

Job description

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Relief Care Assistant - Lawnfield House, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Client:

Presbyterian Church in Ireland

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

To be responsible, through management and staff leadership, for promoting and ensuring the highest standards of care, in compliance with statutory requirements to meet the physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of the residents with the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church In Ireland.

• Evidence an understanding of and respect for the needs of older people or those with a learning disability within a residential setting
• Willing to undertake NVQ/QCF training
• Proficiency in understanding, communicating and writing in English to level required by duties of the post
• Awareness of Health and Safety practices within a working environment
• Must be willing to work within the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland
• Must be available for flexible working, including on call at night and weekends as required
• Willingness to maintain registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body
• Must be willing to adhere to NISCC Codes of Practice or N.M.C.
• Satisfactory Access NI check
• Registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council within 6 months of appointment is a requirement of this position

Benefits include:

• Discount card – money off in local shops and restaurants
• Free – staff meals, uniform, and training
• Enhanced – annual leave
• Free – Access NI and NISCC registration
• Enhanced – maternity pay and pension scheme