Lead Senior Care Assistant - Day Shifts

Oakland Care Ltd; Loughton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal per shift

Uniform provided

Holiday pay

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone Birthdays – extra time off

Sick pay (subject to length of service

Refer a Friend Scheme (T&C's)

Recognition and staff appreciation

Health Cash Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Long service awards

Job summary

Oakland Care Ltd is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for Day shifts in Loughton. This permanent full-time role supports residents with personal care and daily living tasks. A 42-hour week and £14.30 per hour rate apply, with a focus on compassionate, person-centred care.

You will lead HCAs, coordinate care plans, and ensure high standards of service while maintaining safety and comfort for residents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in delivering care or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (or actively pursuing/willing to sign up).
• Trained in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Health Care Assistants and act as a positive role model.
• Assist with personal care, meals, and daily living tasks.
• Administer medication following training and guidelines.
• Update care plans and maintain accurate records.
• Deliver person-centred care, promoting dignity and wellbeing for residents.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic environment.
• Support family members and visitors.

Skills

Team leadership

Personal care

Medication administration

Care plan updates

Communication skills

Time management

Mentoring juniors

Digital skills

Reliability

Caring attitude

Education

Health and Social Care Level 3

Tools

Medication administration training

Job description

Oakland Care Ltd is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for Day shifts in Loughton. This permanent full-time role supports residents with personal care and daily living tasks. A 42-hour week and £14.30 per hour rate apply, with a focus on compassionate, person-centred care.

You will lead HCAs, coordinate care plans, and ensure high standards of service while maintaining safety and comfort for residents.