Senior Care Assistant

The Willows Care Home; Hinckley; Sur place; GBP 19 000 - 20 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - earned pay access

Nutritious meal during shifts

Résumé du poste

The Willows Care Home in Hinckley, Leicestershire, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a care team and deliver high-quality, person-centred care for residents. The role involves coordinating shifts, overseeing medication, and maintaining care records with clear communication to families and healthcare professionals.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum) with Level 3 desirable or be willing to work towards, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is the minimum requirement.
• Level 3 qualification is desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsabilités

• Guide and support the care team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.

Connaissances

Strong communication

Leadership skills

Caring approach

Formation

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards

Description du poste

Care and Support - The Willows Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days & Nights Available

Contracted hours: 44

About The Willows Care Home
The Willows Care Home is a 31 bed care home located in the market town of Hinckley, Leicestershire. Providing residential and residential dementia care, the home offers a warm and welcoming environment where colleagues work together to provide high quality, person centred care. With a strong family atmosphere and a focus on supporting Residents to enjoy meaningful daily experiences, The Willows is a rewarding place to work and make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £13.85-£14.45 per hour depending on experience
• Contracted to 44 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview
As Senior Care Assistant, you will guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference every day to our residents.
You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised, consistent and delivered to a high standard. Alongside providing hands on care, you will oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to any changes, ensuring care remains safe and appropriate.
You will maintain accurate care records and work closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.
We Are Looking For

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards

About Care Concern Group
The Willows is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
Our five values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.
If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.