Senior Care Assistant

London Care Limited; London Borough of Hounslow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

London Care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our team at Bristol Court in Feltham. You’ll support residents with daily living, supervise care assistants on shifts, and help maintain high standards of dignity, safety, and wellbeing.

We value compassion, strong communication, and leadership, with experience in social care and valid UK right to work. This on-site role offers reliable shifts including days, evenings, and nights, across weekdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care (extra care or housing scheme setting valued).
• NVQ/Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or currently working towards it).
• Genuine compassion and respect for others.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organization skills.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Supervise and mentor care assistants on shift.
• Administer medication safely (with training) and keep accurate records.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to emergencies and safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organization

Education

NVQ/Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Company Description

Senior Care Assistant – Join Our Team at London Care

We are CCH. With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care.

At London Care, part of CCH, every day brings fresh challenges, meaningful connections, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives. We provide care and support within Bristol Court, a purpose-built extra care housing scheme offering 94 self-contained flats for adults with physical disabilities, dementia, and learning disabilities.

Our mission is simple: to help people live independently, safely, and with dignity while enjoying fulfilling lives. We live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart, and we’re looking for a passionate Senior Care Assistant to join our growing team.

Location: Bristol Court, Feltham (London Borough of Hounslow)

Pay Rates

• Weekdays (Mon–Fri): £15.30 per hour
• Saturdays: £15.30 per hour
• Sundays: £16.25 per hour

Shift Patterns

We offer flexibility to suit your lifestyle with consistent, reliable work:

• Day shifts: 8:00/9:00 AM – 2:00/3:00 PM
• Evening shifts: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Sleep-in/Waking nights: 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Why Join London Care?

What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves:

• 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company.
• 135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months.
• Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional.

With our size and success, we can offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security.

Job Description

Your Role as a Senior Care Assistant

As a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our service, supporting residents and guiding our care team. You’ll help individuals live independently, take part in community life, and enjoy meaningful days.

Key Responsibilities

Resident Care

• Support residents with personal care (washing, dressing, mobility, toileting, feeding).
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice.
• Administer medication safely (with training).
• Keep accurate records (care plans, observations, reports).

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor care assistants on shift.
• Allocate duties fairly and ensure high standards of care.
• Support training and development of new team members.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals.

Health & Safety

• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and elevate concerns promptly.
• Respond to emergencies and safeguarding issues appropriately.
• Ensure infection control and health & safety standards are always maintained.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

We are looking for an experienced, reliable leader who values dignity, safety, and teamwork.

• Experience in social care (experience within an extra care or housing scheme setting is highly valued)
• NVQ/Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or currently working towards it)
• Genuine compassion and respect for others
• Strong communication, leadership, and organization skills
• The right to work in the UK