Senior Care Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; Eckington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Eckington is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their team. You will lead and support the care team, ensuring high-quality care for residents. Responsibilities include administering medication, monitoring wellbeing, and supervising care staff. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care and experience in elderly care. The role offers career development, employee recognition schemes, and comprehensive support.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential).
• Experienced in elderly care or dementia support.
• A confident leader with strong supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the care team to deliver high-quality care.
• Administer medication safely and accurately.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and update care records.

Skills

Leadership skills

Medication administration

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Penny Engine Lane, Eckington, Derbyshire, S21 4BF

Senior Care Assistant

Location: Eckington Court Nursing Home – 7 Penny Engine Ln, Eckington, Sheffield S21 4BF

Salary: £13.80 per hour
Schedule/Hours: Full & Part-time available – Day

Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Senior Carer
Shift Type: Days
Closing Date: 31 December 2025

Are you a Senior Care Assistant looking to further develop your skills? Join our team as a Senior Care Assistant and help us deliver truly exceptional care to our residents. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to lead with compassion, support others, and make a meaningful impact every single day.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll play a key leadership role within our care team. You’ll be responsible for assessing individual needs, developing person‑centred care plans, and ensuring that medical, physical, and emotional support is delivered to the highest standard. You’ll also supervise and mentor care staff, helping them grow and maintain best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting the care team to deliver high‑quality care
• Administering medication safely and accurately
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and updating care records
• Liaising with healthcare professionals and families
• Supporting residents with personal care, meals, and daily activities
• Ensuring the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice for every resident
• Participating in audits, inspections, and team meetings

We’re Seeking Someone Who Is:

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Experienced in elderly care or dementia support
• A confident leader with strong supervisory skills
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• A great communicator and team player
• Willing to continue learning and developing professionally

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company‑supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Eckington Court Nursing Home

Just outside the local community of the Derbyshire village, Eckington Court Nursing Home is a purpose‑built and modern home, which caters to the varying needs of 50 residents, including young adults.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today. If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.