Senior Care Assistant

Island Healthcare Ltd; Havenstreet; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run healthcare company in England seeks a Senior Care Assistant to provide compassionate care. You will lead by example, support other carers, and ensure residents' dignity and respect during daily routines. The ideal candidate has experience in care and relevant NVQ qualifications. Expect a supportive team atmosphere and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Free uniform

Snacks and drinks on every shift

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in care and understanding of good support.
• Good understanding of safeguarding, MCA, and DoLS.
• Ability to lead by example and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily routines.
• Guide your team and set the tone for great care.
• Keep accurate records and contribute to care plans.

Skills

Kindness

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Digital record-keeping

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Join a team that feels like family. Lead with compassion. Deliver care you can be proud of. We’re looking for a Senior Care Assistant who leads with calm, confidence and care. Someone who sets the tone on shift, helps new carers find their feet, and makes sure every resident feels respected and looked after. This is a hands-on role with real impact. Thoughtful leadership, good decisions and quiet kindness can shape someone’s whole day. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We know how important it is to feel supported and valued at work. Here’s what you can expect

• Work with people who care and have your back from day one
• Step into leadership. Your experience will be recognised and valued
• Grow your career with real training and progression opportunities
• Help new carers find their feet and build confidence
• Enjoy snacks and drinks on every shift
• Take paid breaks and get a free uniform throughout your time here

What Your Day Could Look Like

Every day is a little different. But it’s always grounded in kindness, teamwork and good care. Here’s what your shift might include

• Support residents with personal care and daily routines, always with dignity and respect
• Lead by example. Guide your team and set the tone for great care
• Welcome new carers and help them feel confident and prepared
• Keep accurate records and contribute to updating care plans
• Spot and report any changes in residents’ wellbeing, physical or emotional
• Step in when needed to keep the shift calm, caring and running smoothly

What We’d Love You to Bring

This is a leadership role, so we’re looking for someone who can tick all of the following:

• You’re kind, confident and reliable. Someone others naturally turn to
• You’ve worked in care and know what good support looks like
• Good understanding of safeguarding, MCA and DoLS
• You’ve got an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or you’re working towards it)
• You lead by example and communicate clearly, even under pressure
• You’re a thoughtful team player who others enjoy working with
• You’re confident using digital tools to keep records clear and up to date

What Makes Island Healthcare Different

We’re a family-run company, and we treat our staff and residents with the same care we’d want for our own families.

For over 20 years, we’ve been part of life on the Island. We’ve built trust by doing the right things, the right way. That’s why many of our team stay for years. They feel respected and proud of the work they do.

Our homes feel like just that. Homes. They’re welcoming, well-run, and full of people who care.

So if you want to do real work that matters, with people who truly care, we’d love to hear from you.