Senior Care Assistant

Avon Search & Selection; Eccles; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£14.45 per hour

Days or nights

Small family-owned residential home

Supportive management and close-knit 팀

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Meaningful relationships with_resident

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is recruiting on behalf of a small, family-owned retirement home in Eccles, Greater Manchester, for a Senior Care Assistant (Days or Nights). The role focuses on delivering person-centred care and supporting the care team on shift.

You will lead, mentor and motivate staff, assist residents with daily activities, administer medication, and maintain accurate care plans. The position offers a supportive management team, ongoing training and the chance to build meaningful

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior care role within a residential or nursing home.
• Compassionate, patient and person-centred approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and support colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of medication procedures, with training where required.
• Understanding safeguarding, dignity and residents' rights.
• Passion for supporting older people to live fulfilling lives.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and supporting care staff on shift.
• Delivering compassionate care tailored to residents' individual needs.
• Assisting residents with daily living activities while promoting dignity and independence.
• Administering medication in accordance with procedures and training.
• Maintaining accurate care plans, records and documentation.
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and reporting changes or concerns.
• Creating a safe, comfortable and positive living environment.
• Encouraging social interaction, companionship and meaningful daily activities.
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Medication procedures

Safeguarding

Residents' rights

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Days or Nights - Luxury Retirement Home - AV2077

Location: Eccles, Greater Manchester

Pay: £14.45 per hour

Hours: 24 hours per week - Days or Nights

About the Home

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming, family-owned residential care home in Eccles, Greater Manchester, which has proudly served the local community for over 20 years.

Supporting just 19 residents, the home offers a personal and homely environment where individuality, dignity and quality of life are at the heart of everything the team does. Situated in an attractive residential area, the home is less than 10 minutes from Manchester city centre by car and benefits from good public transport links.

Led by an experienced manager with a strong background in care, the home is committed to providing a highly professional service with a genuine personal touch. It welcomes residents requiring long-term residential care, as well as those seeking short-term convalescence, respite or holiday stays.

The team believes every resident deserves to feel valued, respected and cherished. With an emphasis on individual needs, attention to detail and meaningful companionship, residents are encouraged to enjoy their independence, maintain their interests and feel part of a supportive community.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and guiding the care team during your shift.

• Leading, mentoring and supporting care staff on shift
• Delivering compassionate care tailored to residents' individual needs
• Assisting residents with daily living activities while promoting dignity and independence
• Administering medication in accordance with procedures and training
• Maintaining accurate care plans, records and documentation
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns
• Creating a safe, comfortable and positive living environment
• Encouraging social interaction, companionship and meaningful daily activities
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain consistently high standards of care

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a senior care role within a residential or nursing home
• A compassionate, patient and person-centred approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to lead, motivate and support colleagues
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of medication procedures, with training where required
• An understanding of safeguarding, dignity and residents' rights
• A genuine passion for supporting older people to live fulfilling lives
• An NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or an equivalent qualification, would be desirable.

Benefits & Perks

• £14.45 per hour
• Days or nights
• Opportunity to work within a small, family-owned residential care home
• Supportive management and a close-knit team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residentsA rewarding position where your contribution makes a genuine difference