Senior Care Assistant

Bupa Global; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in health insurance and care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Bristol. The role involves managing care operations, supporting clinical duties, and leading a team to deliver high-quality personal care. Ideal candidates will have NVQ3 in care and a passion for making a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Benefits

24/7 healthcare support

Annual healthcare product allowance

Early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme for frontline staff

Long service rewards

Free meal on every shift

Interest-free travel loans

Various pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Menopause support plan

Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Completed or working towards NVQ3 in care.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Passion for personalized support and dignity.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily operations of a care unit.
• Supporting clinical duties such as medication administration.
• Leading and managing a team of Care Assistants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented mindset

Motivation

Education

NVQ3 in care

Job description

Job Description - Senior Care Assistant (DRU00EV)

Requisition Title

Senior Care Assistant

Job Number:

DRU00EV

Bristol BS9 1DE

Position: Senior Care Assistant

Type: Permanent Contract - Full Time, 44 hours per week

Hourly Rate: £12.75 - £14.34 dependent on experience

Shifts: Mixture of Day and Night shifts on rotation

We make health happen

At Bupa, we support individuals when they need it most. Our care homes focus on delivering person-centered care, supporting independence, and honoring choices to help residents live their best lives.

As a Senior Care Assistant, your role is vital to our home. You will lead Care Assistants delivering high-quality, personal care, and also inspire, develop, and nurture them daily.

We will train you on our new digital care systems, transforming our work and allowing you to focus on clinical excellence. With over 75 years of healthcare expertise, we are committed to ongoing training in clinical and social care developments, learning from industry leaders. It’s an exciting time to join us.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Managing daily operations of a care unit
2. Supporting clinical duties such as medication administration, care plan reviews, and record keeping
3. Leading and managing a team of Care Assistants, including shift handovers
4. Training and supervising new staff to ensure they feel welcomed and supported
5. Building relationships with residents, families, and external healthcare professionals such as GPs and District Nurses
6. Assisting residents with personal care duties

Qualifications and skills required:

• Completed or working towards NVQ3 in care; support available for qualification completion
• Motivated, positive, with excellent interpersonal skills, and a team-oriented mindset
• Previous experience in a similar role and understanding of its rewards and challenges
• Passion for making a meaningful difference through kindness, personalized support, and dignity

Our benefits include:

• My Healthcare: 24/7 support, advice, and treatment access
• Annual healthcare product allowance (~£350)
• Wagestream: Early access to earned wages
• 28 days holiday
• Sick pay scheme for frontline staff
• Long service rewards
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest-free travel loans
• Various pension plans
• Parental leave schemes
• Menopause support plan
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why choose Bupa?

We are a health insurer and provider committed to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. Our focus is on caring and responsibility, with a culture that encourages diversity and inclusion. We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, ensuring fair treatment and reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants.