Senior Care Assistant

The Cinnamon Care Collection; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home group in the UK seeks experienced Senior Care Assistants to join their team at Watermeadow Grange, Topsham. Ideal candidates will have a passion for care, NVQ Level 3 qualifications, and experience with dementia care. Full-time shifts available with competitive pay and comprehensive support for career development.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Paid DBS check

Comprehensive induction and training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a care setting, ideally with dementia patients.
• Supervisory experience and medication administration qualification.
• Passion for care and supporting residents' individuality.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily activities and promote their independence.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure adherence to care standards.
• Work effectively as part of a close-knit care team.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Effective communication

Proactive

Flexible and adaptable

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification)

Job description

Senior Care Assistant
GBP15.24 per hour plus company benefits
Full Time Hours - Day and Night Shifts available

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025!

Awarded 'One of the UK s Best Companies To Work For

Watermeadow Grange in Topsham, Exeter is a beautiful care home providing 86 spacious ensuite bedrooms including a community dedicated to the care of people living with dementia.

We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate and reliable Senior Care Assistants to be part of the care team looking after our residential and dementia residents.

Our team members must have a real passion for care and want to work as part of a close-knit team supporting each other, and wanting to promote choice, individuality and independence to our residents at all times.

We are looking to recruit experienced Senior Carers who hold a NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) and have a sound knowledge of care legislation including CQC Fundamental Standards. You will have supervisory experience, Medication administration experience (& relevant qualification) as well as being a supportive mentor to the care assistants.

We offer competitive hourly pay, paid breaks, uniform and paid DBS along with additional company benefits. We also provide a comprehensive induction, support and training and encourage career development.

You will need 2 years previous experience gained from working with older people and people who experience dementia - previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant is desirable.

Person Specification

• Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids
• Team player, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing