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CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Redditch; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Career progression

Job summary

Bowood Court Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, Redditch, is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to lead by example and supervise the care team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care with dignity and respect.

You will administer medications, support care planning and ensure accurate records. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring safety, and promoting residents' independence, with alternate weekends required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is essential; NVQ Level 3 desirable.
• Experience with medication administration and keeping accurate records.
• Experience leading or supervising a care team; strong leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, deliver outstanding, person-centred care and supervise the care team on shift.
• Administer medication and support care plans; maintain accurate care records.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and liaise with healthcare professionals as needed.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, risk assessments and safeguarding to ensure safety.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, infection prevention and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Medication administration

Care planning

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Compassion

Dementia awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Willingness to achieve NVQ Level 3

Job description

Bowood Court & Mews Care Home is a modern residential, dementia and respite care home in Redditch, Worcestershire. With beautifully designed living spaces, sensory gardens and a vibrant programme of activities, our dedicated team creates a welcoming environment where residents are supported to enjoy every day.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.46 per hour
• Contracted to 36 hours per week
• Day or Night shifts available
• Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing training, development and career progression within a supportive and rewarding care environment.

Role Overview

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead by example, supporting the delivery of outstanding, person-centred care while providing guidance and supervision to the care team during your shift. You will help create a safe, compassionate and welcoming environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect and kindness at all times.

Working closely with the Care Manager and wider healthcare team, you will administer medication, support the development and review of care plans, carry out key worker responsibilities and ensure residents' care records remain accurate and up to date. You will monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, respond promptly to changes in their condition and liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure their needs are met.

You will supervise and support Care Assistants throughout the shift, ensuring high standards of care are consistently maintained. You will assist with admissions, hospital transfers, accident reporting and risk assessments, while promoting residents' independence, encouraging participation in activities and supporting them during mealtimes, appointments and outings. You will also help maintain compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, infection prevention and regulatory standards, contributing to a positive and supportive team culture.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader or experienced Care Assistant within a care home or healthcare setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential), with a willingness to achieve NVQ Level 3.
• Competent in medication administration and maintaining accurate medication records.
• Experience supporting care planning, risk assessments and maintaining accurate care documentation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, mentor and motivate a care team.
• Good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, Health & Safety and infection prevention.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate, reliable and committed to delivering exceptional care with dignity and respect.
• Dementia awareness or experience supporting people living with dementia is desirable.

About us

Bowood Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values

Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity