Senior Care Assistant

Agincare; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £13.46

Refer a friend £1000

Career development & training

Blue Light discount

Company pension

On-demand pay

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a dedicated care professional at Nightingale Care Home to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support residents with daily activities. You will contribute to care plans, supervise team members, and help create a home where residents feel valued and secure.

The role requires 36 hours per week with alternate weekends. Applicants should have Level 2 Health & Social Care (or be working towards Level 3) and at least 12 months’ right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ right to work in the UK.
• Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3).
• 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends.
• A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence.
• Administer medication safely and accurately.
• Contribute to and review care plans.
• Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement.
• Support and guide team members, stepping up when needed.

Skills

Compassion

Leadership

Communication

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2 (or Level 3 in progress)

Job description

Package Description

Be the helping hand that changes someone's day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at Nightingale Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents’ lives, every single day.

This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for.

What We Offer

• £13.46 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000)
• Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
• Blue Light discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On-demand pay

We’re Looking For

• Minimum 12 months’ right to work in the UK
• Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)
• 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends
• A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities

Your Role

• Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care
• Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence
• Administer medication safely and accurately
• Contribute to and review care plans
• Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement
• Support and guide team members, stepping up when needed

Supporting people to live with comfort and joy in a place they call home is something truly special and you’ll feel that difference every day.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country’s leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children’s services are also regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

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