SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

Location: Northumberland
Hours: Full Time – Days or Nights
Pay Rate: £12.95 – £14.00 per hour
We are currently recruiting experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants to join our dedicated team, providing high standards of care across various healthcare settings in Northumberland.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Essential)
• Previous experience working as a Senior Care Assistant within a care home (Essential)
• A transferable DBS certificate is desirable (not essential)
• Ability to manage medication and care planning responsibilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, calm under pressure, and adaptable to different environments
• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to delivering high standards of care
• Access to personal transport is desirable but not required
• Willingness to work across multiple care settings depending on client needs

ABOUT US:

Pin Point Health and Social Care partners with a wide range of care providers to deliver reliable, compassionate staffing solutions. We are proud to support both our clients and our care teams with consistency, respect, and professionalism.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Senior Healthcare Assistant with Pin Point Health and Social Care, you will play a vital role in supporting residents’ wellbeing through compassionate care, medication administration, and leadership within your team.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Delivering exceptional, person-centred care in line with individual care plans
• Administering medication and maintaining accurate records
• Acting as a key worker for a designated group of residents
• Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities
• Communicating effectively with residents, families, and care teams
• Maintaining the health, safety, and wellbeing of all service users
• Assisting with domestic duties as required
• Demonstrating a professional, flexible, and caring approach in every assignment
• Liaising regularly with Home Managers and care staff to ensure continuity of care