Senior Care Assistant - Morpeth

Careline Lifestyles; Harbottle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in residential care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a dedicated team in providing high-quality support to residents. This role involves not only assisting with personal care and daily activities but also promoting independence and dignity among individuals. You'll coordinate activities that enhance the lives of those in your care while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the ability to inspire others, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path with professional development and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Permanent contract with guaranteed hours

Support for professional development

Access to health and wellness benefits

Free onsite parking

Uniform provided

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Safe Handling of Medication Certificate.
• Experience in a medical or care setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Care Assistants and ensure high standards of care.
• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Patient Care

Education

Level 3 Safe Handling of Medication Certificate

Experience in a medical or care setting

Job description

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About the Role:

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the Nurse in Charge and managing a team of Care Assistants to provide high-quality care to our residents. You will be responsible for helping individuals with their daily activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their dignity is maintained.

Senior Care Assistant

Location: Harbottle, Morpeth

Salary: £13.13 per hour

Job Type: Permanent / On-site

About the Role:

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the Nurse in Charge and managing a team of Care Assistants to provide high-quality care to our residents. You will be responsible for helping individuals with their daily activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their dignity is maintained.

Your role includes assisting with personal care, administering medication, developing care plans, and coordinating activities that enhance residents' lives. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, families, and service users to deliver holistic care and ensure the well-being of those in our home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support Care Assistants, ensuring high standards of care are met
• Assist with personal care, promoting independence and dignity
• Organize and lead activities for service users, including outings and games
• Attend MDT meetings and contribute to care planning and assessments
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records
• Help develop and review care plans, including risk assessments
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and physical disabilities
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained
• Support meal preparation and assist residents during mealtimes
• Record incidents and report any changes in residents' conditions
  
  

Essential Criteria:

• Level 3 Safe Handling of Medication Certificate (must be able to provide evidence)
• Previous experience and relevant qualifications in a medical or care setting
• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting others
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to demonstrate leadership in supporting care staff and ensuring high standards of care
  
  

About Us:

At Careline Lifestyles, we are a family-run specialist provider of residential and nursing care, dedicated to supporting adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, learning disabilities, and complex physical disabilities.

Our focus is on empowering people to live life to the fullest, maintaining their identity, and improving their quality of life.

Benefits of Working for Careline Lifestyles:

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.13 per hour
• Permanent, full-time contract with guaranteed hours
• Support for professional development and career progression
• Access to a range of health and wellness benefits
• Free onsite parking & uniform provided
• Company pension scheme
  
  

Additional Information:

Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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