Senior Care Assistant

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Colleague discounts

Making a Difference award

Long Service Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead the on-site care team at Eaton Court Nursing Home, Grimsby. The role focuses on assessing individual needs, developing care plans, and delivering comprehensive support to residents with dignity and respect.

You will supervise staff, mentor colleagues, and ensure high standards of medical, physical, and emotional care are maintained. NHS liaison and family updates are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Previous experience of at least 6 months working as a Senior Care Assistant

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the care team to deliver high-quality care
• Administering medication safely and accurately
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and updating care records
• Liaising with healthcare professionals and families
• Supporting residents with personal care, meals, and daily activities
• Ensuring the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice for every resident
• Participating in audits, inspections, and team meetings

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Communication

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

• Location Cedar Park Drive,Bolsover,Chesterfield, S44 6XP,United Kingdom
• Job Category Senior Care
• Employee Type Full Time

Contact information

• Contact Name Recruitment Team
• Contact Phone [phone]
• Contact Email [e-mail]

Description

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Senior Care Assistant

Location: Eaton Court Nursing Home - Eaton Ct, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN34 4UD

Salary: £14.30 per hour
Schedule/Hours: Flexible– Day/Night

Are you a Senior Care Assistant looking to further develop your skills? Join our team as a Senior Care Assistant and help us deliver truly exceptional care to our residents. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to lead with compassion, support others, and make a meaningful impact every single day.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll play a key leadership role within our care team. You’ll be responsible for assessing individual needs, developing person-centred care plans, and ensuring that medical, physical, and emotional support is delivered to the highest standard. You’ll also supervise and mentor care staff, helping them grow and maintain best practices.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting the care team to deliver high-quality care
• Administering medication safely and accurately
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and updating care records
• Liaising with healthcare professionals and families
• Supporting residents with personal care, meals, and daily activities
• Ensuring the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice for every resident
• Participating in audits, inspections, and team meetings

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Experienced in elderly care or dementia support
• A confident leader with strong supervisory skills
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• A great communicator and team player
• Willing to continue learning and developing professionally

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Orchard Healthcare Group

For more than 15 years, Orchard Healthcare Group has been dedicated to delivering exceptional care for older people and being an active, trusted part of the local community. We are committed to delivering care we would want for our own families.

We invest in our people and support continuous professional development, offering a wide range of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Requirements

Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential)
Previous experience of at least 6 months working as a Senior Care Assistant

Additional Information

• Location Millfield, Cedar Park Drive, Bolsover, Chesterfield, S44 6XP