Senior Care Assistant

Care Concern Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid

Pension provided

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Ongoing training and career progress

Job summary

Douglas Court Care Home in Derby is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead by example and deliver outstanding, person-centred care. You will supervise the care team, administer medications and ensure care plans remain current for residents with dignity and respect.

You will collaborate with the Care Manager and healthcare team, support admissions and transfers, and maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including safeguarding and infection control.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential), with willingness to achieve NVQ Level 3.
• Competent in medication administration and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience supporting care planning, risk assessments and documentation.
• Strong leadership to supervise and motivate a care team.
• Dementia awareness or experience with dementia is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, support delivery of person-centred care, and supervise the care team on shift.
• Administer medications, develop and review care plans, maintain care records.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and liaise with healthcare professionals as needed.
• Supervise Care Assistants, assist with admissions, transfers and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding and infection prevention standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Compassionate care

Dementia awareness

Person-centred care

Health & Safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Douglas Court Care Home is a modern residential, dementia and respite care home in Derby. With beautiful sensory gardens, comfortable living spaces and engaging daily activities, our team is dedicated to helping every resident feel safe, valued and at home.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.46 per hour
• Contracted to 38.5 hours per week
• Day shifts available
• Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing training, development and career progression within a supportive and rewarding care environment.

Role Overview

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead by example, supporting the delivery of outstanding, person-centred care while providing guidance and supervision to the care team during your shift. You will help create a safe, compassionate and welcoming environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect and kindness at all times.

Working closely with the Care Manager and wider healthcare team, you will administer medication, support the development and review of care plans, carry out key worker responsibilities and ensure residents' care records remain accurate and up to date. You will monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, respond promptly to changes in their condition and liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure their needs are met.

You will supervise and support Care Assistants throughout the shift, ensuring high standards of care are consistently maintained. You will assist with admissions, hospital transfers, accident reporting and risk assessments, while promoting residents' independence, encouraging participation in activities and supporting them during mealtimes, appointments and outings. You will also help maintain compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, infection prevention and regulatory standards, contributing to a positive and supportive team culture.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader or experienced Care Assistant within a care home or healthcare setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential), with a willingness to achieve NVQ Level 3.
• Competent in medication administration and maintaining accurate medication records.
• Experience supporting care planning, risk assessments and maintaining accurate care documentation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, mentor and motivate a care team.
• Good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, Health & Safety and infection prevention.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate, reliable and committed to delivering exceptional care with dignity and respect.
• Dementia awareness or experience supporting people living with dementia is desirable.

About Us

Douglas Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.