Senior Care Assistant

Crystal Care; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full induction training programme

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card

Enhanced DBS check

Refer a Friend bonus

Uniform tunic provided

Pay Day Breakfast

Free meal on shift

Ongoing training and career develop.

Supportive management and progression

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection in Eastbourne is seeking a Senior Care Assistant who will lead by example, mentor the team and deliver exceptional person-centred care to residents. You will manage medication administration, care plan reviews and support less experienced colleagues to ensure high standards every day.

The role offers a permanent rolling rota and development opportunities within a supportive home. A valid NVQ3 in Health & Social Care or progress towards it is required.

Qualifications

• Holds or is working towards NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
• Experience as Care Assistant in a residential or nursing environment.
• Confident administering medication and maintaining records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues.
• Compassion, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively as part of a busy team under pressure.
• Committed to delivering exceptional resident care daily.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to residents' needs and preferences.
• Act as a Key Worker for allocated residents and implement care plans.
• Safely administer medication and maintain records per procedures.
• Review and update individual care plans for optimal support.
• Mentor and lead less experienced team members to promote best practice.
• Monitor wellbeing and report changes with accurate records.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, relatives and colleagues for continuity of care.
• Maintain confidentiality and dignity for every resident.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, IPC and legislation.
• Support residents with meals and hydration, promoting independence.
• Assist with light housekeeping to maintain a welcoming environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Compassion

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Take the Next Step in Your Care Career

Are you an experienced Care Assistant with, or working towards, an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care looking to progress into a more senior role where you can make a real difference every day?

At Crystal Care Collection, we're committed to creating luxury homes where residents receive exceptional care and our team members feel valued, supported and inspired to grow.

We're looking for compassionate and motivated Senior Care Assistants who lead by example, enjoy mentoring others and are passionate about delivering outstanding person-centred care.

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting residents while helping to lead and develop the wider care team. You'll be trusted with additional responsibilities including medication administration, reviewing care plans and supporting less experienced colleagues, ensuring every resident receives the highest standard of care.

This is a rewarding and varied role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to each resident's individual needs and preferences.
• Act as a Key Worker for allocated residents, ensuring their care plans are implemented and reviewed effectively.
• Safely administer medication and maintain accurate medication records in line with company procedures.
• Review, update and contribute to individual care plans to ensure residents receive the best possible support.
• Mentor, support and lead less experienced care team members, promoting best practice throughout the home.
• Monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, reporting any changes promptly and maintaining accurate records.
• Liaise effectively with healthcare professionals, relatives and colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and dignity for every resident.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention & Control and all relevant legislation.
• Support residents with meals and hydration, providing assistance where required while promoting independence.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment, including light housekeeping duties when needed.

About You

• Holds, or is working towards, an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Has previous experience working as a Care Assistant within a residential or nursing environment.
• Is confident administering medication and maintaining accurate records.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues.
• Demonstrates compassion, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Can work effectively as part of a busy team while remaining calm under pressure.
• Is committed to delivering exceptional resident care every day.

Working Pattern

You will work on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on followed by three consecutive shifts off.

Available Contracts

Full Time Days – 8:00am – 8:00pm (Average 42 hours per week)

Pay Rates

Days: £15.46 per hour

What We Offer

• Full induction training programme
• Paid breaks
• Fully funded Blue Light Card
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Uniform tunic provided
• Pay Day Breakfast
• Free meal on shift
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive management team and opportunities for progression

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're caring, reliable and ready to take the next step in your career while making a meaningful difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Our screening and recruitment process is conducted in line with Crystal Care Collection's Safeguarding Policy.