Senior Care Assistant

Methodist Home For the Aging Corporation; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Free DBS checks

Uniforms

Counselling

Annual leave options

Discounts

Induction and training

Long service awards

Job summary

Pennystone Court care home in Blackpool is seeking a fixed term Senior Care Assistant (Days) to support the Home Manager, lead shifts and develop care colleagues, delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care.

The role requires leadership on shift, medication administration, strong communication, and a commitment to dignity and respect for residents; A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is desirable, with a 12‑month maternity cover contract.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a care setting.
• Experience of leading a shift or deputising for a manager.
• Medication administration experience.
• Good IT skills, including use of email and basic office systems.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to lead, motivate and support a team.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and an inclusive approach to care.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (or willingness to work towards this).

Responsibilities

• Take temporary charge of the home during the absence of other senior colleagues, ensuring safe and effective day‑to‑day running.
• Lead, support and supervise care and ancillary staff, helping them reach required standards and develop their skills.
• Provide hands‑on care and health supervision to residents when required, always promoting dignity, privacy and choice.
• Support the Home Manager in meeting statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements, including record‑keeping and audits.
• Administer medication in line with the Medication Policy where delegated.
• Support care planning, key working and the development of meaningful activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Carry out or support regular 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals in line with policy.
• Promote good practice in health & safety, fire safety, food safety and infection prevention.
• Be flexible to cover care shifts, on‑call duties and occasional travel for meetings or training.

Skills

Leadership

Medication admin

Communication

Team leadership

Dementia care

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Tools

Email

Office software

Job description

(Fixed Term) Senior Care Assistant (Days) based at Pennystone Court, Blackpool

Job Reference

REQ029001

Date posted

18 September 2026

Closing date

2 October 2026

Location

Blackpool, FY1 2RQ

Location: Pennystone Court, Blackpool

Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: £15.30 per hour

Fixed Term - 12 months - Maternity Cover

15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work‑life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced, compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join our team at MHA. This is a key leadership role within the home, supporting the Home Manager and senior team to deliver high-quality, person‑centred care and to lead, motivate and develop care colleagues.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will take charge during shifts, including deputising for other senior colleagues when required. You will lead by example, support safe and effective care delivery, and help create a warm, respectful environment where residents can live well and with dignity.

What you will do

• Take temporary charge of the home during the absence of other senior colleagues, ensuring safe and effective day‑to‑day running.
• Lead, support and supervise care and ancillary staff, helping them reach required standards and develop their skills.
• Provide hands‑on care and health supervision to residents when required, always promoting dignity, privacy and choice.
• Support the Home Manager in meeting statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements, including record‑keeping and audits.
• Administer medication in line with the Medication Policy where delegated.
• Support care planning, key working and the development of meaningful activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Carry out or support regular 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals in line with policy.
• Promote good practice in health & safety, fire safety, food safety and infection prevention.
• Be flexible to cover care shifts, on‑call duties and occasional travel for meetings or training.

About you

We are looking for someone who is confident, organised and committed to high standards of care.

You will bring:

• Previous experience working in a care setting.
• Experience of leading a shift or deputising for a manager.
• Medication administration experience.
• Good IT skills, including use of email and basic office systems.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to lead, motivate and support a team.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and an inclusive approach to care.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (or equivalent) is desirable, or a willingness to work towards this.

Why join MHA?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive culture and a genuine commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, Senior Care Assistants play a vital role in shaping the quality of care and supporting both residents and colleagues to thrive.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro‑rota for part time)
• A strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Free DBS checks and uniforms
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family‑friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear progression opportunities
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

About the home

Pennystone Court care home in Blackpool

Pennystone Court is a welcoming and values‑led home where colleagues work together to support older people and those living with dementia. The team culture is friendly and inclusive, helping new colleagues feel at ease and part of the community from day one.

Colleagues contribute to a calm and respectful atmosphere, promoting dignity, independence and meaningful connection. Guided by MHA’s charitable purpose, the home fosters a positive environment built on kindness, teamwork and continual development.

For job seekers looking for purposeful work in a supportive setting, Pennystone Court offers opportunities to grow, build specialist skills and make a meaningful difference every day.

For more information about the home, please clickhere

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.

More about our EDI commitments