Senior Care Assistant

Highgate Care; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly workplace

Training & progression

Meaningful impact

Close-knit team

Job summary

Highgate Care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join a small, compassionate care group delivering truly person-centred care to residents in Rastrick. The role requires warmth, reliability and a proactive approach to team leadership, with some evening and weekend availability.

You will support residents with daily living, assist in care planning, monitor well-being and contribute to activities that promote dignity and independence. NVQ level 3 is preferred or willingness to work towards it.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or willingness to work towards it.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support Residents with daily living, maintaining high levels of care.
• Assist training and supervision of junior staff under senior oversight.
• Support Residents with physical, emotional and spiritual needs while preserving dignity.
• Help Residents with mobility challenges and use of aids.
• Monitor Residents with confusion or behavioural issues.
• Assist continence promotion and end-of-life care when needed.
• Complete care plans and daily records per policies.
• Participate in social activities and encourage hobbies within the home.
• Answer nurse call, door, and telephone; pass messages promptly.
• Report on Residents' wellbeing and liaise with GPs and managers.

Skills

Warm, approachable

Organised

Team leadership

Creative

People-focused

Flexible schedule

Experience in care

NVQ Level 3

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Description

Senior Care Assistant

Location

Rastrick Hall & Grange Close Lea Avenue Rastrick

Job Type

Permanent, Full-time 38.5hrs per week, including alternative weekends

Salary

£13.75ph

Sponsorship

Not currently available

Join Highgate Care - Where Kindness Is Key

At Highgate Care, kindness isn't just something we talk about, it's the foundation of everything we do. As a small and compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on offering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity and above all, living by our core value: Kindness Is Key.

What You'll Be Doing

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with all aspects of daily living.
• Support training and supervision of junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Home, under the supervision of senior Staff Members.
• Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.
• Pay particular attention to assisting Residents who have limited mobility, or physical / learning difficulties making the best use of aids provided.
• Closely monitor Residents who may be confused and/or who have behavioural problems.
• Assist in the promotion of continence.
• Assist in the delivery of care for Residents who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices.
• Complete, observe & review care planning needs for Residents, and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Home.
• Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
• Report on well-being of Residents and liaise with GPs and Support Managers etc.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
• Organised, reliable, and confident leading a Team
• Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people
• Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends
• Previous experience in a similar role
• NVQ level 3 (or willing to work towards this)

What We Offer

Working at Highgate Care means being part of something special. You'll enjoy:

• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
• Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day
• A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents

If you believe that kindness and compassion should be at the heart of care, we’d love to hear from you.