Care Assistant

Crystal Care Collection; South Kesteven; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full induction training programme

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card (fully funded)

Enhanced DBS check (fully funded)

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Uniform provided

Free meal on shift

Ongoing training and career growth

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Care Assistant to support residents, lead a care team, and take on medication administration and care-plan reviews. This permanent role follows a rolling three-on/three-off rota and offers opportunity for growth within the home.

You will oversee daily care, mentor colleagues, and liaise with healthcare professionals to maintain high standards of resident wellbeing. NVQ3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience as Care Assistant in a residential or nursing environment.
• Confident administering medication and maintaining accurate records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to each resident's needs and preferences.
• Act as a Key Worker for allocated residents, ensuring care plans are implemented and reviewed.
• Safely administer medication and maintain accurate medication records.
• Review and update individual care plans to ensure residents receive the best support.
• Mentor and lead less experienced care team members.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and report changes promptly.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and relatives to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain confidentiality and dignity of residents.
• Ensure Health & Safety, COSHH, and related procedures are followed.
• Assist with meals, hydration, and promote independence.
• Assist with light housekeeping as needed.

Skills

Care experience

Medication administration

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Are you an experienced Care Assistant with, or working towards, an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care looking to progress into a more senior role where you can make a real difference every day? At Crystal Care Collection, we're committed to creating luxury homes where residents receive exceptional care and our team members feel valued, supported and inspired to grow., As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting residents while helping to lead and develop the wider care team. You'll be trusted with additional responsibilities including medication administration, reviewing care plans and supporting less experienced colleagues, ensuring every resident receives the highest standard of care.

This is a rewarding and varied role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to each resident's individual needs and preferences.
• Act as a Key Worker for allocated residents, ensuring their care plans are implemented and reviewed effectively.
• Safely administer medication and maintain accurate medication records in line with company procedures.
• Review, update and contribute to individual care plans to ensure residents receive the best possible support.
• Mentor, support and lead less experienced care team members, promoting best practice throughout the home.
• Monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, reporting any changes promptly and maintaining accurate records.
• Liaise effectively with healthcare professionals, relatives and colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and dignity for every resident.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention & Control and all relevant legislation.
• Support residents with meals and hydration, providing assistance where required while promoting independence.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment, including light housekeeping duties when needed.

You will work on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on followed by three consecutive shifts off.

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds, or is working towards, an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Has previous experience working as a Care Assistant within a residential or nursing environment.
• Is confident administering medication and maintaining accurate records.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues.
• Demonstrates compassion, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Can work effectively as part of a busy team while remaining calm under pressure.
• Is committed to delivering exceptional resident care every day.

Full Time Days - 8:00am - 8:00pm (Average 42 hours per week)

Bank Contracts Available

Pay Rates

• Days: £15.47 per hour

What We Offer

• Full induction training programme
• Paid breaks
• Fully funded Blue Light Card
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Uniform tunic provided
• Free meal on shift
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive management team and opportunities for progression

We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Our screening and recruitment process is conducted in line with Crystal Care Collection's Safeguarding Policy.