Senior Care Assistant

Nurse Seekers; Hessle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals provided during shifts

Company pension

Ongoing training

Career progression

Job summary

Nurse Seekers are recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant on behalf of a respected residential care provider in Hessle, United Kingdom. The role focuses on leading shifts, delivering person-centred care and supporting a team to maintain the highest standards.

You will oversee medication administration, safeguarding, and care planning, with clear progression to Duty/Deputy Manager roles. A competitive hourly rate and permanent hours are offered.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience within a residential care environment.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring a care team.
• Strong medication administration experience (essential).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent IT and record-keeping skills.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts, ensuring exceptional standards of care are maintained.
• Support, mentor and motivate Care Assistants during each shift.
• Allocate workloads and ensure care is delivered safely and efficiently.
• Work closely with management to ensure the smooth running of the home.
• Lead by example, promoting professionalism, teamwork and high standards.
• Deliver high-quality personal care tailored to each resident's needs.
• Monitor residents' health, mobility, nutrition and daily living activities.
• Maintain accurate care records and daily documentation.
• Uphold safeguarding principles and CQC standards.

Skills

Leadership

Medication administration

Communication

Organisation

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Lead with compassion. Inspire your team. Make every day count.

Nurse Seekers are proud to be recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant on behalf of a highly regarded residential care provider.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring, dependable and confident Senior Care Assistant looking to join a supportive home where dedication and commitment are genuinely recognised. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional person-centred care while leading by example, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts, supporting your colleagues and ensuring residents receive the highest standards of care at all times.

This role is ideal for someone who is confident taking responsibility, has strong medication administration experience and prides themselves on being reliable, committed and compassionate.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading the Team

• Lead shifts, ensuring exceptional standards of care are maintained throughout.
• Support, mentor and motivate Care Assistants during each shift.
• Allocate workloads and ensure care is delivered safely and efficiently.
• Work closely with management to ensure the smooth running of the home.
• Lead by example, promoting professionalism, teamwork and high standards.

Providing Outstanding Care

• Deliver high-quality personal care tailored to each resident's individual needs.
• Support residents with mobility, nutrition, hydration and daily living activities.
• Promote dignity, independence and choice in everything you do.
• Monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, escalating concerns appropriately.

Medication & Clinical Responsibilities

• Safely administer medication with confidence and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate medication records in line with best practice.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, reporting any changes promptly.
• Assist with appointments and liaise with healthcare professionals when required.

Documentation & Safeguarding

• Maintain accurate care records and daily documentation.
• Assist with reviewing and updating care plans.
• Build positive relationships with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals.
• Uphold safeguarding principles, CQC standards and health & safety procedures at all times.

About You

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it).
• A minimum of 5 years' experience within a residential care environment.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring a care team.
• Strong medication administration experience (essential).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A compassionate, patient and professional approach.
• Outstanding reliability, commitment and a strong work ethic.
• Confidence leading shifts and making informed decisions.
• Good IT and record-keeping skills.
• Flexibility to work days or nights.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Hours & Salary

• £13.60 - £14.00 per hour, with flexibility depending on experience.
• Minimum 36-hour contract per week.
• 12-hour day shifts
• 12-hour night shifts
• Additional holiday cover hours available for those wishing to increase their earnings.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive hourly rate with negotiable pay depending on experience.
• Guaranteed minimum contracted hours.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Company pension scheme.
• Genuine opportunities to progress into Duty Manager or Deputy Manager positions.
• Free meals provided during shifts where applicable.
• Staff events and recognition initiatives.
• A welcoming, supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to join a respected residential care home committed to delivering exceptional care.

If you're an experienced Senior Care Assistant with excellent medication knowledge, who is dependable, committed and passionate about delivering exceptional care, this is an opportunity not to be missed.