Senior Care Assistant

Hillside Lodge Care Home is situated in Berwick-Upon-Tweed providing nursing care for up to 50 residents.

Lead with Care as a Senior Care Assistant at Hillside Lodge!

At Hillside Lodge Care Home, every shift is an opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a meaningful difference. Located in the welcoming town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed, our home provides nursing care for up to 50 residents. Rated 9.8 on carehome.co.uk and ‘Good’ by the CQC, we take pride in delivering exceptional, person-centred care.

As a Senior Care Assistant, your role goes beyond supporting daily routines you’ll guide a team, nurture a compassionate environment, and ensure our residents always feel valued, safe, and respected. You’ll lead by example, mentor new team members, and oversee the delivery of high-quality care across every shift.

What We Offer:

• £13.37 per hour
• Contracted 33 hours per week, flexible day shifts available
• Enhanced overtime incentives (after contractual hours are completed)
• Meals on shift
• Other benefits include; pension, 5.6 weeks annual leave, onsite parking and paid DBS

From coordinating care plans and supporting medication administration to being a reassuring presence for residents and colleagues, your role is hands-on yet influential. You’ll help create a home where residents thrive and your team feels empowered.

Why Hillside Lodge?

Our Home Manager’s career began in a domestic role. She then progressed through several care positions before becoming Manager and she’s now completing a Management Operations Apprenticeship. Her journey shows what’s possible with passion and commitment. At Hillside Lodge, we’ll give you the same support to grow. From your very first day, you’ll have access to structured training, mentoring, and clear career pathways. Whether you’re building your confidence as a new Carer, working towards a qualification, or aiming for a leadership role, we’ll help you take that next step.

Who We’re Looking For:

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care with at least 1 year of care experience
• Confident in leading shifts, mentoring staff, and delivering person-centred care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to inspire and support your team
• Organised, observant, and proactive, maintaining high standards of care
• Adaptable and eager to learn, with a focus on career growth and leadership

About You:

Calm under pressure, empathetic, and dependable you lead with kindness, respect, and positivity. Residents and team members alike can rely on you to make thoughtful decisions, take initiative, and foster a supportive environment.

Take the next step in your care career apply today and join a home where leadership, compassion, and development are at the heart of everything we do.