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 Location: Reuben Manor, Eaglescliffe
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 Salary: £15.30 per hour
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 For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.
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 About the role
 We are looking for an experienced, compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join our team at MHA. This is a key leadership role within the home, supporting the Home Manager and senior team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and to lead, motivate and develop care colleagues.
 As a Senior Care Assistant, you will take charge during shifts, including deputising for other senior colleagues when required. You will lead by example, support safe and effective care delivery, and help create a warm, respectful environment where residents can live well and with dignity.
 What you will do
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 <li>Take temporary charge of the home during the absence of other senior colleagues, ensuring safe and effective day-to-day running.</li>
 <li>Lead, support and supervise care and ancillary staff, helping them reach required standards and develop their skills.</li>
 <li>Provide hands-on care and health supervision to residents when required, always promoting dignity, privacy and choice.</li>
 <li>Support the Home Manager in meeting statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements, including record-keeping and audits.</li>
 <li>Administer medication in line with the Medication Policy where delegated.</li>
 <li>Support care planning, key working and the development of meaningful activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.</li>
 <li>Carry out or support regular 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals in line with policy.</li>
 <li>Promote good practice in health &amp; safety, fire safety, food safety and infection prevention.</li>
 <li>Be flexible to cover care shifts, on-call duties and occasional travel for meetings or training.</li>
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 About you
 We are looking for someone who is confident, organised and committed to high standards of care.
 You will bring:
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 <li>Previous experience working in a care setting.</li>
 <li>Experience of leading a shift or deputising for a manager.</li>
 <li>Medication administration experience.</li>
 <li>Good IT skills, including use of email and basic office systems.</li>
 <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.</li>
 <li>The ability to lead, motivate and support a team.</li>
 <li>Sensitivity to the needs of older people and an inclusive approach to care.</li>
 <li>A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (or equivalent) is desirable, or a willingness to work towards this.</li>
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 Why join MHA?
 You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive culture and a genuine commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, Senior Care Assistants play a vital role in shaping the quality of care and supporting both residents and colleagues to thrive.
 Rewards and benefits
 In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:
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 <li>28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)</li>
 <li>A strong pension scheme and life assurance</li>
 <li>Free DBS checks and uniforms</li>
 <li>Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund</li>
 <li>Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies</li>
 <li>Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app</li>
 <li>A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear progression opportunities</li>
 <li>Long service awards to celebrate your contribution</li>
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 About the home
 Reuben Manor care home in Stockton On Tees
 Reuben Manor is a welcoming and values led home where colleagues work together with a strong sense of purpose. The team environment is friendly and inclusive, helping new colleagues feel supported and part of the community from the start.
 Colleagues play a key role in promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing, creating a calm and respectful atmosphere for residents. The home reflects MHA’s charitable ethos, encouraging collaboration, empathy and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
 For job seekers looking for purposeful work in a supportive and people focused setting, Reuben Manor offers a fulfilling place to develop skills and make a genuine difference.
 For more information about the home, please click&nbsp;<a href="https://mha.org.uk/care-support/care-homes/reuben-manor">here</a>
 Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.
 Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.
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Senior Care Assistant (Relief) based at Reuben Manor, Eaglescliffe

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