Senior Care Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK care provider is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead the care team and ensure high standards of care for residents. The ideal candidate will coordinate shifts, provide hands-on support, and manage medication administration in a warm, supportive environment. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Paid DBS

Free uniform and onsite parking

5.6 weeks annual leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is essential.
• Experience leading or mentoring care teams is required.
• Medication administration training with current competencies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate shifts for care staff.
• Provide hands-on care to residents.
• Manage medication administration and documentation.

Skills

Medication administration

Leading care teams

Strong communication skills

Compassionate care

Education

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Actively working towards NVQ Level 3

Job description

Senior Care Assistant

Care and Support - The Fleet Care Home

Contract: Full Time Salary: £13.00 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 48

Our care home, nestled in the picturesque town of Dartmouth in Devon, provides exceptional Residential, Nursing, Dementia, and Respite care for up to 79 residents, offering a serene and supportive environment where quality care meets coastal charm.

As a Senior Care Assistant on Days, you’ll play a key role in leading our care team, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care while fostering a warm, supportive environment. You’ll coordinate shifts, lead by example, and take responsibility for the performance of your team. Your leadership will help maintain a positive, person-centred culture in our home.

What We Offer

• £13.00 per hour
• 48 hours per week
• Paid DBS
• Free uniform and onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Pension scheme

What You Will Do
You will lead and coordinate shifts, ensuring care staff work together to create a smooth and supportive environment. You’ll provide hands-on care, supporting residents with dressing, bathing, mobility and personal routines — always prioritising dignity and independence. You’ll manage medication administration and documentation with accuracy, while maintaining up-to-date care plans and risk assessments that reflect each resident’s individual needs.

You’ll play an active role in fostering open, compassionate communication with residents, their families, healthcare professionals and colleagues. You’ll welcome visitors, show prospective families around the home, and respond quickly to any emergencies. You’ll participate in training, team meetings and personal development activities, always ensuring health and safety standards are followed and concerns are escalated appropriately.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Actively working towards NVQ Level 3 (preferred)
• Medication administration training with current competencies
• Experience leading or mentoring care teams
• A compassionate, respectful, and fun approach to person-centred care
• Strong communication and delegation skills

About Us
Fleet Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are passionate about delivering outstanding care and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness and Inclusivity – shape everything we do. If you share these values and want to use your skills to lead, support and inspire, we would love to hear from you.