A warm and welcoming residential care service in Southport requires a Senior Care Assistant Ref[...]

TN United Kingdom; Sefton; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a warm and welcoming residential care service in Southport as a Senior Care Assistant. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team in providing exceptional care to residents, ensuring they live their later years with dignity and joy. You’ll be part of an industry-leading healthcare provider, with a focus on personal development, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a range of employee benefits designed to enhance your well-being and career progression. If you are passionate about caring for older people, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Discount scheme

Access to training courses

Career progression opportunities

Employee assistance program

Wellbeing resources

Recommend a friend scheme

Free uniform

Cycle2Work scheme

Healthcare scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
• Experience in leading and motivating a care team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of care assistants.
• Support residents with personal care needs.
• Administer medication and maintain records.

Skills

Caring for older people

Leading and motivating a team

Communication skills

Time management

Record keeping

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

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A warm and welcoming residential care service in Southport requires a Senior Care Assistant Reference ID: 6048Full TimeNight ShiftsPart TimePermanent, Southport

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Client:

Jupiter Recruitment

Location:

Southport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

A job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Southport, Merseyside area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers.

This is a homely accommodation that is highly-appropriate for residential care, employing skilled carers to carry out personal care packages.

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

As a Senior Care Assistant, your key duties include:

1. You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents, enabling them to live later life well.
2. Supporting residents with personal care needs and helping them participate in activities that support their health and wellbeing.
3. Administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records.

The following skills and experience are preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Passionate about caring for older people.
• Previous care experience.
• Experience leading, coaching, and motivating a team to deliver high-quality care.
• Kind, warm, and caring nature, able to work well as part of a team and use own initiative.
• Patience, communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships, and energize colleagues.

The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £13.65 per hour, with an annual salary up to £23,423.40. This is a permanent full-time role, working up to 33 hours a week through night shifts. In return, you will receive benefits including:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) with an option to buy additional leave.
• A discount scheme with retail stores and online purchases.
• Access to nationally recognized training courses and qualifications.
• Career progression and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance program including free counseling and legal advice.
• Chaplaincy and pastoral support.
• Wellbeing resources.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Long service awards.
• Free uniform and DBS check.
• Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

Reference ID: 6048

To apply, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [emailprotected].