Senior Care Assistant

The Cinnamon Care Collection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home group in Greater London is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to provide high-quality care for residential and dementia residents. The role requires a candidate with an NVQ Level 3 qualification and at least 2 years' experience in caring for older adults. Responsibilities include supervising care assistants, medication administration, and promoting independence among residents. The position offers competitive pay of £15.24 per hour, uniform, and opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Paid DBS

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years' previous experience with older people and those who have dementia.
• Supervisory experience in a care setting.
• Medication administration experience with relevant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to residents.
• Mentor and support junior care assistants.
• Promote choice, individuality, and independence for each resident.

Skills

Team player

Proactive

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Day Shifts

£15.24 per hour plus company benefits

Full TimeHours - Includes alternate weekend working

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025!

Awarded 'One of the UK's Best Companies to Work For'

Rokewood Court is a luxury 64-bed care home that provides the most luxurious surroundings and the very best in care and support.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and reliable Senior Carer to be part of our care team looking after our residential and dementia residents.

Our team members must have a real passion for care and want to work as part of a close-knit team supporting each other, and wanting to promote choice, individuality and independence to our residents at all times.

We are looking to recruit experienced Senior Carers who hold an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) and have a sound knowledge of care legislation including CQC Fundamental Standards. You will have supervisory experience, medication administration experience (and relevant qualification) and be a supportive mentor to care assistants.

We offer competitive hourly pay, paid breaks, uniform and paid DBS along with additional company benefits. We also provide a comprehensive induction, support and training and encourage career development.

You will need 2 years' previous experience gained from working with older people and those who experience dementia – previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant is desirable.

Person Specification

• Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids
• Team player, self‑motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing