Senior Care Assistant

Care Concern Group; Droylsden; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream - pay access

Nutritious meals during shifts

GP Online for dependants under 16

Discounts for staff

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression

Refer a Friend £1,000 referral

Job summary

Sunnyside Care Home in Droylsden near Manchester is hiring a Senior Care Assistant on a part-time contract (33 hours per week). You will guide a care team to deliver safe, person-centred care, oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing, while maintaining accurate records and liaising with families and health professionals.

The role offers paid enhanced DBS, uniform, pension, and other benefits as part of a supportive home environment within Care Concern Group.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support your team to deliver safe, high quality, person centred care.
• Oversee the smooth running of your shift and ensure care is well organised and consistently delivered.
• Oversee medication management and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Medication administration

Communication

Leadership

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 (desirable) or towards

Job description

About Sunnyside Care Home

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.

About Sunnyside Care Home

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

• £14.35 - £14.95 per hour
• 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.