Senior Care Assistant

Avon Search & Selection; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant for a residential dementia care home in Herne Bay, Kent. You will join a compassionate team delivering person-centred care to older adults in a welcoming environment.

This full-time day-shift role offers a salary of £30,201.60 per annum and opportunities for ongoing training and development within a supportive setting. The role emphasizes dignity, independence, and emotional well-being, with a focus on building relationships and

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (essential).
• Experience in residential/nursing care settings, preferably with dementia.
• Experience in a senior care role, guiding team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisation and ability to prioritise workloads.
• Commitment to maintaining residents' dignity and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality, person-centered care per care plans.
• Assist residents with personal care (washing, dressing, bathing, toileting).
• Support mobility, moving and handling, continence care and use of aids.
• Provide compassionate support to residents with dementia.
• Promote dignity, privacy, independence and personal choices.
• Build positive relationships and learn residents’ preferences and histories.
• Monitor health and wellbeing and report changes to seniors.
• Assist with nutritional needs and hydration.
• Provide reassurance to residents experiencing confusion or distress.
• Encourage participation in activities and social wellbeing.
• Liaise with relatives, colleagues and external professionals.

Skills

NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Experience in senior care

Dementia care experience

Communication skills

Organisation & prioritisation

Compassionate approach

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant – Herne Bay, Kent – AV2101

Location: Herne Bay, Kent

Hours: Full Time – Days

Salary: £30,201.60 per annum

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our client's welcoming residential care home, based in a pleasant coastal location in Herne Bay, Kent. The home specialises in providing residential care and support for older people living with dementia, offering a warm, friendly and homely environment.

Our client is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred dementia care, with a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, dignity and individuality. The home takes pride in looking beyond a person's diagnosis to understand their life experiences, personal preferences and individual needs, ensuring every resident feels valued, respected and supported.

The home benefits from a dedicated and experienced team of care professionals who are passionate about making a genuine difference to residents' lives. There is a strong focus on building meaningful relationships, maintaining independence wherever possible and ensuring residents receive the time, attention and reassurance they need.

Residents are encouraged to enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle, with a varied programme of activities and opportunities for social interaction. The home's coastal setting also provides a pleasant environment for residents, relatives and visitors to enjoy.

Our client is looking for a compassionate, reliable and experienced Senior Care Assistant who has a genuine interest in dementia care and is committed to delivering outstanding standards of care.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive care environment where residents are at the heart of everything, and where staff are encouraged to contribute positively to the quality of life and wellbeing of those in their care.

The Benefits

• £30,201.60 per annum.
• Full-time hours.
• Day shifts only.
• Opportunity to work within a specialist dementia care environment.
• A friendly and supportive working atmosphere.
• A varied and rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to residents' lives.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to support, guide and develop other members of the care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred care in accordance with individual care plans.
• Assisting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, bathing and toileting.
• Supporting residents with mobility, moving and handling, continence care and the use of mobility aids.
• Providing sensitive and compassionate support to residents living with different forms of dementia.
• Promoting residents’ dignity, privacy, independence and personal choices at all times.
• Developing positive relationships with residents and taking time to understand their individual personalities, preferences and life histories.
• Monitoring residents’ health and wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate senior management.
• Supporting residents with their nutritional needs and maintaining appropriate hydration.
• Providing reassurance and emotional support to residents who may experience confusion, anxiety or distress.
• Encouraging residents to participate in activities and supporting their social, emotional and physical wellbeing.
• Liaising professionally with relatives, colleagues and external healthcare professionals.

About You

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Senior Care Assistant who has a genuine passion for caring for older people, particularly those living with dementia.

You will ideally have:

• An NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) – essential.
• Previous experience working within a residential care home, nursing home or similar care environment.
• Previous experience supporting individuals living with dementia.
• Experience in a senior care role, with the ability to support and guide other members of the care team.
• A good understanding of person‑centred care and individual care planning.
• Knowledge of dementia care and the challenges individuals may experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to organise and prioritise workloads effectively.
• A compassionate, patient and understanding approach.
• The confidence to recognise and report changes in residents’ health and wellbeing.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to changing priorities.
• A flexible and positive attitude towards work.
• A genuine commitment to maintaining residents’ dignity, independence and quality of life.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join a friendly and supportive specialist dementia care setting in Herne Bay, Kent.