Senior Care Assistant

Silkwood Rose; Milford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid training & development

Career progression opportunities

Free uniform

Paid mandatory training

DBS fee refunded

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

On-demand pay & savings app

Job summary

Silkwood Rose Care Home is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to lead shifts, mentor staff and deliver exceptional person-centred care. This full-time role (38.5 hours per week) offers day or night shifts and pays £13.80 per hour in Milford, UK.

You will coordinate care plans, monitor wellbeing and liaise with GPs and nurses to support residents' health and comfort. We welcome experienced care professionals who value dignity, respect and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience working in a care home or healthcare.
• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (desirable).
• Has experience supervising or leading a care team.
• Is confident leading shifts and supporting colleagues.
• Has experience administering medication or is willing to undertake training.
• Has a good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding and CQC standards.
• Has excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Is reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering outstanding care.
• Is proactive, professional and passionate about supporting the development of others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate shifts, ensuring residents receive safe, high-quality care throughout the day.
• Deliver exceptional, person-centred care while promoting residents' dignity, independence and wellbeing.
• Supervise, support and mentor Care Assistants, promoting best practice and high standards of care.
• Assist with care planning, risk assessments and ensuring residents' individual needs are met.
• Administer, record and monitor medication in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with GPs, District Nurses, Pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to support residents' clinical needs.
• Complete accurate care records, documentation and handovers.
• Monitor the wellbeing of residents and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Promote a positive, safe and supportive environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Support the Home Management Team with the smooth day-to-day running of the home.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Organisation

Medication administration

Care planning

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2/3

Job description

Lead by example as a Senior Care Assistant, coordinating shifts, supporting your team and delivering exceptional, person-centred care that makes a real difference every day.

Senior Care Assistant

Job Summary

Silkwood Rose Care Home is looking for an experienced, caring and motivated Senior Care Assistant to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Care Assistant looking to take the next step in their career or an established Senior Care Assistant seeking a new challenge. You'll lead by example, support your colleagues and play a key role in ensuring our residents receive the highest standards of care in a safe, welcoming and homely environment.

We can offer:

• Full Time, 38.5 Hours per week
• Days or Nights
• £13.80 per hour

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will:

• Lead and coordinate shifts, ensuring residents receive safe, high-quality care throughout the day.
• Deliver exceptional, person-centred care while promoting residents' dignity, independence and wellbeing.
• Supervise, support and mentor Care Assistants, promoting best practice and high standards of care.
• Assist with care planning, risk assessments and ensuring residents' individual needs are met.
• Administer, record and monitor medication in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with GPs, District Nurses, Pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to support residents' clinical needs.
• Complete accurate care records, documentation and handovers.
• Monitor the wellbeing of residents and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Promote a positive, safe and supportive environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Support the Home Management Team with the smooth day-to-day running of the home.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working in a care home or healthcare setting.
• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (desirable).
• Has experience supervising or leading a care team.
• Is confident leading shifts and supporting colleagues.
• Has experience administering medication or is willing to undertake training.
• Has a good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding and CQC standards.
• Has excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Is reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering outstanding care.
• Is proactive, professional and passionate about supporting the development of others.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across our growing organisation.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Free uniform.
• Paid mandatory training.
• DBS fee refunded.
• Annual leave equivalent to 5.6 weeks (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free Blue Light Card.
• Access to on-demand pay and savings through our financial wellbeing app.