Overview
Position: Trainee Senior Care Assistant. Location: Archer Road, Farringdon, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR3 3DJ. Job Type: Permanent. Shift Type: Mixed (Days & Nights). Hours: 22-44 hours per week. Closing Date: 31 October 2025. Pay: £12.81 per hour.
About Us
Orchard 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 Overview
As 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 residents
Main 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 Homes
Just south of the city of Sunderland, Archers Park is a light and friendly residential care home, focusing on high quality care for older people, some of whom are living with dementia.
Join Us
At Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees. Click here to learn more about our wide range of benefits and apply today!
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