Senior Care Assistant

Peoplebank; Berwick-upon-Tweed; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on shift

Paid DBS

Pension

Onsite parking

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Hillside Lodge Care Home in Berwick-upon-Tweed is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead and support staff while delivering safe, high-quality, compassionate care to residents.

This full-time role offers Day and Night shifts, paid DBS, pension, onsite parking, meals on shift, and 5.6 weeks of annual leave for full-time contracts, with opportunities to progress within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care required or equivalent.
• Experience in a care environment with leadership responsibilities.
• Medication administration experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the care team to deliver safe, high‑quality care.
• Coordinate shifts, oversee medication administration and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership by example

Organisational skills

Team support

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care and Support - Hillside Lodge Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days & Nights Available

Contracted hours: Full Time and Part Time

Located in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Hillside Lodge Care Home is a friendly and supportive care home where residents and colleagues are at the heart of everything we do. Our team takes pride in creating a positive environment built on kindness, respect and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to build a career in care.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.50 per hour
• Full time and part time hours available
• Dayshift: 7:45am – 8:00pm
• Nightshift: 7:45pm – 8:00am
• Enhanced overtime incentives following completion of contracted hours
• Meals on shift
• Paid DBS, pension, onsite parking and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Why Join Hillside Lodge Care Home?
As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play an important role in leading and supporting your team while ensuring residents receive safe, high quality and compassionate care.

Working closely with colleagues, residents and families, you will help coordinate care, oversee medication administration and support the smooth running of each shift. Alongside providing hands on care, you will act as a role model for the team, promoting high standards and creating a positive environment where residents feel safe, respected and supported.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Care Assistant looking to take the next step in their career or an established Senior Care Assistant seeking a supportive environment with opportunities to develop and progress.

What Matters Most

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
• Previous experience within a care environment
• Medication administration experience is desirable
• Confidence supporting colleagues and leading by example
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A caring, reliable and professional approach

Alor Healthcare provides high quality care in welcoming and supportive environments where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.
We are committed to creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to grow. Whether you are new to care or bringing experience, you will be part of a team that takes pride in making a positive difference every day.