Senior Care Assistant (Days)

Integrated Care System; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care provider is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Gateshead to deliver high-quality care to residents. The ideal candidate will have experience in the care sector and hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification. Responsibilities include observing and finalizing care plans and supporting the training of junior colleagues. Competitive salary starting at £13.50 per hour, employer pension contributions, and development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension contribution

Fully funded training

28 days annual leave

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in the care sector is essential.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and finalize care planning needs.
• Assist in developing social activities.
• Support the training of junior colleagues.

Skills

Good communication skills

Caring nature

Adaptability

Relationship-building skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3

Job description

This is a senior care assistant role at Akari Care in Gateshead, where you will be responsible for delivering high-quality care to residents. You will have experience in the care sector and hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification. The role offers a competitive salary, employer pension contribution, training and development opportunities, and other benefits.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for observing, reviewing, and finalizing care planning needs, assisting and coming up with ideas for social activities, and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues. You will work alongside the care assistants to create a welcoming and personalized environment for the residents and their families.

About us

Akari Care is a provider of residential and nursing care homes across the UK. They are committed to delivering high-quality, personalized care to their residents, fostering a supportive and inclusive community within their homes.

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Applicants must hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 or 3 to be considered. We are looking for experienced Senior Care Assistants or Care Assistants seeking career advancement to join our supportive and inclusive community.

In this role, you will work alongside care assistants to deliver the highest quality care, including observing, reviewing, and finalizing care plans, assisting with social activities, and supporting the training and supervision of colleagues in line with Akari values.

We aim to create an environment that feels like residents' personal home, catering to their individual needs and those of their visiting family members.

About you

• A caring nature with a personal approach
• Good communication and relationship-building skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
• Respectful, treating others as you wish to be treated

What's in it for you:

• A competitive salary starting at £13.50 per hour up to £14.50 per hour (depending on qualification)
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Recognition and referral schemes
• Access to Wage Stream - a money management app to access a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Fully funded training and development
• Support with personal development plans

Whether you are an experienced carer or starting a career in care, we value colleagues who can make a difference for our residents. Our core values are:

• Kind
• Caring
• Community

If you share these values, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification to be considered.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to ensure suitability for the role.