Senior Care Assistant

Qevora AI; Ashton-in-Makerfield; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bira Care Homes Ashton Park in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Care Assistant to lead and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. You will guide staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and model compassionate care on shift.

You will support daily living activities, supervise care practices, and contribute to care reviews and training. A Level 2 Diploma is required, with proximity to Level 3 or ongoing training encouraged. DBS check and right to work in the UK are needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a care home or similar setting.
• Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care or working towards Level 3.
• Enhanced DBS check and right to work in UK (Social Care Wales for Wales).

Responsibilities

• Lead by example delivering high-quality, person-centred care with dignity and respect.
• Support daily living activities including hygiene, mobility and meals.
• Ensure practices comply with CIW/CQC, RISCA and HSE; maintain accurate documentation.
• Support medication administration per training and protocols.
• Be point of contact on shift; provide handovers and contribute to reviews.
• Report concerns promptly to managers and adjust care as needs change.
• Promote safety and infection control; support induction and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Care experience

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Working towards Level 3

Job description

# Senior Care AssistantBira Care HomesAshton ParkFull time · 33£13.95 per hour## About the role## About the roleYou'll lead and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care - providing guidance and supervision to care staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, while acting as a positive role model for the team.## What you'll do* Lead by example in delivering high-quality care that meets residents' individual needs, with dignity, respect and compassion.* Support daily living activities including personal hygiene, mobility and mealtimes.* Ensure care practices comply with CIW/CQC, RISCA and HSE standards, checking care documentation and reports for accuracy.* Support medication administration in line with training and protocols.* Act as a point of contact for staff on shift, providing handovers and contributing to care reviews and meetings.* Report concerns or changes in residents' needs to managers promptly.* Monitor the care environment for safety and cleanliness, promoting safe moving and handling, infection control and fire safety.* Support induction and mentoring of new staff, and complete all mandatory training while supporting others to do the same.## What you'll need* Experience working in a care home or similar setting* Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)* Strong communication and leadership skills* A reliable and flexible approach to work* Enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK* Social Care Wales registration (for roles in Wales) or completion of the Care Certificate (for roles in England, if not already achieved)### Desirable* Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care* Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues* Medication training or certification## Why Bira* Make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support, every day.* Champion dignity, compassion and choice in every interaction.* Join a culture where care is not just delivered - it's felt.## Apply for this roleTell us about yourself and attach your CV. It only takes a couple of minutes.