Senior Care Assistant

Lauren Court Care Home; Chester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Meal during shifts

GP Online for dependants

Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development

Career progression

Long Service Awards

Refer a Friend £1000

Job summary

Lauren Court Care Home in Blacon, Chester, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a care team in delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care every day.

You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and maintain accurate care records, working closely with families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Must have SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), Level 3 desirable
• Medication administration training with competency essential
• Experience leading or supporting a care team
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Caring and professional approach

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
• Oversee shift operations and medication administration
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and professionals

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Care and Support - Lauren Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 33

About Lauren Court Care Home
Our 48 bedded home provides residential and dementia care. Located in Blacon, Chester, Lauren Court is a welcoming home with a strong community feel and a friendly, supportive team. With a focus on person centred care, meaningful activities and building positive relationships with residents, it is a place where you can feel part of the team, develop your skills and make a real difference every day.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• Contracted to 33 hours per week
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview
As Senior Care Assistant, you will guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference every day to our residents.
You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised, consistent and delivered to a high standard. Alongside providing hands on care, you will oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to any changes, ensuring care remains safe and appropriate.
You will maintain accurate care records and work closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.
We Are Looking For

• [SVQ/NVQ] Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role

About Care Concern Group
Lauren Court is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.
If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.