Senior Care Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Healthcare Group in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a care team and deliver person-centred care to residents in a dementia-focused home. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and supervise staff to ensure compassionate, high-quality support around the clock.

The role requires Level 3 in Health & Social Care and prior experience in elderly/dementia care. Night shift availability, DBS check, and ongoing professional development are provided to support

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential).
• Experience as Senior Care Assistant for at least 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the care team to deliver high-quality care.
• Administer medications safely and accurately.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and update care records.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and families.
• Support residents with personal care, meals and daily activities.
• Ensure the home remains clean, safe and welcoming.

Skills

Health & Social Care

Elderly care

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Education

Health & Social Care Level 3

Job description

Senior Care Assistant

Paddock Stile Manor Dementia Care Home -Philadelphia Lane, Newbottle, Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne & Wear, DH4 4ES

Salary: £14.30 per hour
Schedule/Hours: Full - Time Night 38.5hrs

Are you a Senior Care Assistant looking to further develop your skills? Join our team as a Senior Care Assistant and help us deliver truly exceptional care to our residents. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to lead with compassion, support others, and make a meaningful impact every single day.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll play a key leadership role within our care team. You’ll be responsible for assessing individual needs, developing person-centred care plans, and ensuring that medical, physical, and emotional support is delivered to the highest standard. You’ll also supervise and mentor care staff, helping them grow and maintain best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting the care team to deliver high-quality care
• Administering medication safely and accurately
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and updating care records
• Liaising with healthcare professionals and families
• Supporting residents with personal care, meals, and daily activities
• Ensuring the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice for every resident
• Participating in audits, inspections, and team meetings

We’re Seeking Someone Who Is

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Experienced in elderly care or dementia support
• A confident leader with strong supervisory skills
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• A great communicator and team player
• Willing to continue learning and developing professionally

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Orchard Healthcare Group

Nestled in the town of Houghton-le-Spring, which has its origins in Norman times, Paddock Stile Manor is a modern and established care home half way between Durham and Sunderland, and provides specialist residential care.

Orchard Healthcare Group has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Requirements

Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential)

Previous experience of at least 6 months working as a Senior Care Assistant