Senior Care Assistant

Cinnamon Care Collection; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Solihull is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for night shifts. You will support residents, especially those with dementia, and mentor junior staff. Candidates must have NVQ level 3 and 2 years of relevant experience. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Uniform

Paid DBS

Career development support

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working with older people and those with dementia.
• Understanding of care legislation including CQC Fundamental Standards.

Responsibilities

• Care for residential and dementia residents.
• Support and mentor care assistants.
• Promote independence and individuality of residents.

Skills

NVQ level 3

Supervisory experience

Medication administration

Team player

Effective communication

Education

Relevant qualification (NVQ level 3)

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Night Shifts
£14.66 per hour plus company benefits
Full Time Hours - Includes alternate weekend working

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025!

Awarded One Of The ‘UK’s Best Companies To Work For’

Eastcote Park is a stunning and luxurious Care Village in Solihull.

We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate and reliable Senior Care Assistants to be part of our care team looking after our residential and dementia residents.

Our team members must have a real passion for care and want to work as part of a close-knit team supporting each other, and wanting to promote choice, individuality and independence to our residents at all times.

We are looking to recruit experienced Senior Carers who hold a NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) and have a sound knowledge of care legislation including CQC Fundamental Standards. You will have supervisory experience, Medication administration experience (& relevant qualification) as well as being a supportive mentor to the care assistants.

We offer competitive hourly pay, paid breaks, uniform and paid DBS along with additional company benefits. We also provide a comprehensive induction, support and training and encourage career development.

You will need 2 years’ previous experience gained from working with older people and people who experience dementia - previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant is desirable.

Person Specification

• Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids
• Team player, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing