Trainee Senior Care Assistant

Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR4 7AB

Job Type: Permanent | Job Category:
Senior Carer | Shift Type:
Mixed (Days & Nights) | Shift Structure: 22 hours per week, Days and Nights | Closing Date: 31 January 2026 | Pay: £12.81 per hour

Join Our Team as a Trainee Senior Care Assistant!

Are 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 you!

Position:
Trainee Senior Care Assistant

Pay Rate: £12.81 per hour Flexi Days and Nights - 22 hours available per week

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
• Administer 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

Within close proximity of the vibrant city of Sunderland and all that it has to offer, Ashlea Lodge is a modern home with two floors that provides specialist care for older people, many of whom are living with dementia.

Join Us!

At Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees.  to learn more about our wide range of benefits and apply today!
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AT Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees.  to find out more about our wide range of benefits.

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