At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide hands-on support and leadership to junior care staff in a warm community.
- Company: Join Roseberry Care, a caring community with over 1,500 dedicated professionals.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, career progression, mental health support, and employee recognition awards.
- Other info: Friendly team environment with opportunities across 25 care homes.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of elderly residents while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in a care home and NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care preferred.
The predicted salary is between 13.17 - 13.17 £ per hour.
Requirements:
- Experience as a Senior Carer or similar role in a care home environment
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it)
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- A genuine passion for elderly care and team development
Location: Hylton View, Old Mill Road, Southwick, Sunderland SR5 5TP
Salary: £13.17 per Hour
Hours: 44/week days and alternate weekends
About Us:
Roseberry Care is a warm and welcoming community with over 1,500 dedicated professionals across 25 homes—from Morpeth to Milton Keynes. We support nearly 1,200 residents, offering everything from elderly and dementia care to care for younger adults with neurological or physical disabilities. At the heart of everything we do: Kindness, inclusivity, and putting people first—always.
Your Role:
As a Senior Care Assistant you will provide both hands-on support to residents and leadership to junior care staff within our local care home. Providing direct caregiving with supervisory responsibilities, you will ensure that our high standards of person-centred care are consistently delivered. You’ll be responsible for:
- Assisting residents with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, etc.)
- Promoting dignity, independence, and individual rights of residents
- Supervising and supporting junior care staff and new team members
- Monitoring residents’ conditions and reporting any changes to senior management or nursing staff
- Communicating effectively with residents, ensuring they feel listened to and respected
- Ensuring the care environment is clean, safe, and compliant with health and safety regulations
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience as a Senior Carer or similar role in a care home environment
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it)
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- A genuine passion for elderly care and team development
What You’ll Get in Return:
- Supportive, friendly team environment
- Genuine career progression across 25 care homes
- Employee Assist Programme for mental health & well-being support
- Go the Extra Mile (GEM) Awards – celebrating your amazing work
- Employee Of The Month – appreciating our employees
- FlexEarn – access your earnings early for any extra shifts worked
- Refer a Friend Scheme – earn £200 for every successful referral
Roseberry Care Centres PO Box 213 Houghton le Spring DH4 9DL
Day Senior Care Assistant – Hylton View in Sunderland employer: Roseberrycarecentres
Roseberrycarecentres is an excellent employer, offering a supportive team environment where your contributions directly enhance the well-being of residents in our care homes. With competitive salaries and opportunities for professional growth, you will thrive in a culture that values safety, hygiene, and comfort while travelling across the beautiful Morpeth and Bishop Auckland area.
