Senior Care Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time day shifts

Paid breaks

Ongoing training and development

Supportive, family-run environment

Beautiful Victorian residence

Extensive landscaped grounds

Close to local amenities, parks, and:

Job summary

HealthJobs4U Ltd in Bournemouth is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for a luxury retirement home on a part-time days basis. You will support residents with daily care needs, mentor staff on shift, and promote dignity and independence in a warm, respectful setting.

The role requires compassion, strong communication, and leadership, with medication support where needed; a NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable. Join a family-run environment near beaches and green spaces.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care desirable.
• Previous experience in a senior care role within a residential care setting.
• Experience providing personal and person-centred care.
• Medication experience.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A compassionate, caring, and respectful approach.
• Reliable, proactive, and team-focused.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people and enhancing their quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and supporting care staff on shift.
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Supporting residents with personal care and daily living needs.
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice.
• Supporting with medication where required.
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation.
• Ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and well supported.
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain consistently high standards of care.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Senior care experience

Medication experience

Team-focused

Compassionate care

Passion for older people

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant – Part Time (Days) – Luxury Retirement Home – AV2047

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Pay: £13.91 Per Hour
Hours: Part Time – Days

About the Home

Avon Search is currently recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant on behalf of a well-established, family-run luxury retirement home in Bournemouth.

This charming Victorian residence is set within extensive landscaped grounds, offering residents a peaceful and tranquil environment close to local amenities, parks, and beaches.

The home combines the character and elegance of a traditional Victorian property with comfortable, well-appointed surroundings, creating a warm and homely atmosphere for residents.

The service is committed to providing personalised, person-centred care, with support tailored to the individual needs, preferences, and abilities of each resident. The dedicated care team provides 24-hour support with compassion and respect, helping residents maintain their dignity, independence, and quality of life.

As a family-run service, there is a strong emphasis on creating a supportive and welcoming environment where residents and staff are valued.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting residents with their daily care needs while providing guidance and support to the wider care team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, mentoring, and supporting care staff on shift
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Supporting residents with personal care and daily living needs
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice
• Supporting with medication where required
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
• Ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and well supported
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain consistently high standards of care

About You

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care desirable
• Previous experience in a senior care role within a residential care setting
• Experience providing personal and person-centred care
• Medication experience
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A compassionate, caring, and respectful approach
• Reliable, proactive, and team-focused
• A genuine passion for supporting older people and enhancing their quality of life

Benefits & Perks

• £13.91 Per Hour
• Part-time day shifts
• Paid breaks
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive, family-run environment
• Beautiful Victorian residence
• Extensive landscaped grounds
• Close to local amenities, parks, and beaches
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to residents’ lives