Trainee Senior Care Assistant

Archer Road, Farringdon, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR3 3DJTrainee Senior Care AssistantArcher Road, Farringdon, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR3 3DJ Apply Now Back to Search Archer Road, Farringdon Sunderland Tyne & Wear SR3 3DJHomeJob searchTrainee Senior Care AssistantJob Type Permanent Job Category Senior Carer Shift Type Mixed (Days & Nights) Shift Structure 22-44 hours per week- Days and Nights Closing Date 29 August 2025 Pay £12.81Join Our Team as a Trainee Senior Care AssistantAre you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? Do you have a kind and caring nature? Do you love working with people living with Dementia and have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care? If you're looking to advance your career in social care, we have an exciting opportunity for youPosition: Trainee Senior Care AssistantPay Rate: £12.81ph Flexi Days and Nights 22-44 hours available per weekAbout UsOrchard Care Homes is dedicated to delivering high-quality, individualised care to meet each resident's needs. We focus on appropriate medication management and providing meaningful activities for everyone, including specialised care for residents living with dementia.Role OverviewAs a Trainee Senior Care Assistant, you will receive comprehensive training and support from our experienced team. Your responsibilities will include:· Developing your skills and progressing to a senior role· Assisting with daily activities of living and personal care· Creating a warm, supportive environment for residentsMain Duties· Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate personalised care· Administering medication in line with prescribed requirements.· Lead, supervise, support, and develop the care team· Communicate effectively with external professionals, residents, and relatives· Implement personalised care plans tailored to each resident's needs· Provide specialised care and support for residents living with dementia.What We Offer· Full training and career progression opportunities from day one· Access to Blue Light Discount Card & App· Recognition schemes, including ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony· 24/7 Employee Support Hub for confidential personal and professional support.Ideal Candidate· Previous experience in social care· NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (mandatory)· Compassionate, reliable, and patient· Willingness to learn and progress within the role including undertaking a level 3 qualification.About Orchard Care HomesJust south of the city of Sunderland, ArchersPark is a light and friendly residential care home, focusing on high quality care for older people, some of whom are living with dementia..Join UsAt Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees. Click here to learn more about our wide range of benefits and apply todayAt Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees. Click here to find out more about our wide range of benefits.Archers Park Dementia Care Home in SunderlandWelcome to Archers Park Dementia Care Home in Sunderland We're proud to be a residential dementia and short-term respite care home in the Farringdon community. Situated on Archer Road, Archers Park Care Home is a…Full DetailsShare JobAt Orchard Care Homes, we’re lucky enough to have two very skilled, hard-working and reliable Perip...From Senior Carer to Deputy Manager, Jackie’s journey at Archers Court has inspired many – and now,...It’s not every day that a 95-year-old resident becomes the star of a viral sensation - but that’s e...Looking for a rewarding career in care? Orchard Care Homes are recruiting now Check out our latest vacancies here #J-18808-Ljbffr