Senior Care Assistant

Reed; London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London is looking for a dedicated Senior Care Assistant for their Floating Support team. The role involves delivering person-centred care to adults, leading a team, and managing care plans. Candidates must have experience in health or social care, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to high-quality care. The position offers benefits such as 5 weeks annual leave and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Opportunities for ongoing training

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role supporting adults with varying needs.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Commitment to high-quality, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct support to service users, including personal care.
• Lead and supervise a team of support staff.
• Coordinate with health and social care professionals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Understanding of care legislation

Experience in health or social care

Tools

Charitylog

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant – Location: Ladbroke Grove
Annual Salary: £28,963
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and on-call duties)

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our Floating Support team. This role is vital in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to adults, helping them achieve personal goals and improve their overall wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct support to service users, including personal care such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility assistance, in line with individual care plans.
• Coordinate with families, advocates, and health and social care professionals to implement and review person-centred support plans.
• Lead and supervise a team of support staff, ensuring consistent delivery of compassionate and professional care.
• Manage rotas, support hours, and staff activities using the Charitylog database.
• Engage with community networks, professionals, volunteers, and families to enrich service users’ experiences.
• Maintain accurate records, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and the Care Act.
• Provide 70% office-based care coordination and 30% field-based care delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within health or social care, ideally supporting adults with varying needs.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Proficiency in using care management systems such as Charitylog.
• Sound understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory standards.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, including personal care responsibilities.

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave plus public holidays.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you’re interested in this role.