Senior Care Assistant

Evermore Care Homes; Chorley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home in Chorley seeks a Senior Care Assistant to provide exceptional, person-centred care. This role includes mentoring staff, administering medication, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Join a supportive team in a luxury care environment.

Benefits

Paid Breaks

Overtime paid at £15.35 per hour

Health Cash Plan

Gym discounts

Free DBS check

On-site parking

Company Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in elderly and dementia care environments.
• Commitment to person-centred, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide Care Assistants with compassion.
• Administer medication safely and manage care plans.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and company policies.

Skills

Compassion

Leadership

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Base pay range

Night Senior Care Assistant

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Service: Astley View Care Home

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.85 per hour + Paid Breaks + Overtime paid at £15.35 per hour

Annual Salary: £30,248.40

Hours: 8pm - 8am, two-week rolling rota:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  
  

Are you an experienced and compassionate care professional looking to advance your career in a luxury care setting?

Evermore Care is seeking dedicated Senior Care Assistants to join our new service, Astley View, in Chorley. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and mentor a team while delivering exceptional, person-centred care to our residents.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will:

• Be a visible role model, mentoring and guiding Care Assistants with compassion and confidence.
• Take responsibility for the wellbeing of residents, promoting independence, dignity, and meaningful daily experiences.
• Administer medication safely using our electronic system and ensure accurate records, including the management of controlled drugs.
• Liaise confidently with healthcare professionals and families, maintaining open and supportive relationships.
• Monitor residents’ health, escalate concerns, and adjust care plans and risk assessments to reflect changing needs.
• Maintain high standards of care through regular supervision, training support, and quality assurance practices.
• Support the induction and development of new team members, creating a culture of continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards, health & safety legislation, and company policies at all times.
  
  

Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in elderly and dementia care environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to person-centred, high-quality care. At Evermore Care, our focus is on delivering meaningful, person-centred care while nurturing a team that is committed to continuous professional and personal development. Our core values — Wellbeing, Respect, Community, and Freedom — guide every decision made within our service.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is essential.
  
  

About Us:

In 2024, Evermore Care was awarded the TOP 20 AWARD by carehome.co.uk and holds a CQC RATING OF GOOD.

About Astley View:

Our stunning, purpose-built 90-bed care home spans three floors, offering personal, dementia, and respite care. With luxury facilities such as a cinema room, sweet shop, beauty salon, and video call lounges, Astley View is a vibrant and joyful place to live and work.

Benefits:

• Overtime paid at £15.35 per hour
• In 2025 our sister company, Active Pathways, celebrates its 21st birthday, and all team members will receive an extra day's annual leave to celebrate their birthday!*
• Health Cash Plan, gym discounts, and Employee Assistance Programme
• Free DBS check and on-site parking
• Access to Blue Light Card Membership
• Company Pension Scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  
  

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role in a thriving and supportive care environment — APPLY TODAY!

Evermore Care Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value diversity and are committed to supporting individuals from all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure all candidates perform at their best.

• While this day may not always fall on your exact birthday due to service needs or non-working days, you can take it anytime within three months of your birthday.

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