Senior Care Assistant

Overview

Senior Care Assistant - Days or Nights - Family-Owned Stand-Alone Residential Care - AV1884B
Full Time Residential Care
Location: Allendale, Northumberland
Hours: Flexible, 12-hour shifts
Pay: £14.50 per hour
? Paid breaks included

Family-Owned Stand-Alone 13 Residents Specialist Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities

Looking for a rewarding senior care role in a small, friendly setting where your leadership and experience make a real difference?

We are recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to join a privately owned, stand-alone residential care service in Allendale, Northumberland. Supporting 13 residents with learning disabilities and complex care needs, this is a close-knit, family-run environment where residents' individuality is celebrated, and staff have time to provide attentive, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide and oversee high-quality, person-centred care
• Support and mentor care staff on shift
• Assist residents with personal care, mobility, and daily living tasks
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate effectively with families and colleagues
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice
• Engage residents in meaningful activities and social interaction

What We're Looking For

• Previous care experience, ideally in a residential or specialist setting
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care required; Level 3 preferred
• Proven ability to lead and support a small care team
• Compassionate, professional, and reliable approach
• Strong communication, organisational, and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities

What You'll Receive

• £14.50 per hour
• Paid breaks
• 12-hour day or night shifts
• Supportive, friendly, and experienced management
• Long-term, stable role in a small, family-owned, stand-alone setting
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every day

If you are an experienced and dedicated Senior Care Assistant looking for a role where your leadership, skills, and compassion are valued, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply

Please contact Lauren on or email for more information.