Senior Care Assistant

Care Concern Group; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Life assurance

Wagestream

Shifts meal

GP Online

Discounts

EAP 24/7

Learning and development

Career progression

Long service awards

Job summary

Foley Grange Care Home in Kidderminster is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver high-quality, person-centred care for residents. You will oversee shifts, medication administration, and wellbeing monitoring, ensuring smooth operations and strong communication with families and healthcare professionals.

The role emphasizes hands-on care, record-keeping, and collaborative teamwork in a supportive home environment.

Qualifications

• SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum).
• Level 3 in Health & Social Care desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the team in delivering safe, high quality, person-centred care.
• Take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift and ensure high standards.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and ensure clear communication with families and professionals.

Skills

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Level 3 (desirable)

Medication administration

Leadership

Communication

Compassionate care

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

About Foley Grange Care Home

Foley Grange Care Home is a care home located in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. Providing residential and residential dementia care, the home is a welcoming place where colleagues work together to make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day. With a strong focus on personalised care, meaningful activities and building genuine relationships, Foley Grange offers a rewarding environment for those passionate about delivering kind, high quality care.

About Foley Grange Care Home

Foley Grange Care Home is a care home located in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. Providing residential and residential dementia care, the home is a welcoming place where colleagues work together to make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day. With a strong focus on personalised care, meaningful activities and building genuine relationships, Foley Grange offers a rewarding environment for those passionate about delivering kind, high quality care.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.35 - £14.95 per hour
• Contracted to 38.5 hours per week
• Paid [PVG/DBS], pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)
• Hours are 07:45am - 20:00pm

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

• [SVQ/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

Foley Grange 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.