Senior Care Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 19,231 - 19,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive and friendly working environment

Opportunities for training and career progression

Meaningful and rewarding work

Job summary

A luxury care home facility in Poole is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant. The role involves supporting residents' personal care needs and mentoring junior staff. Applicants should have previous care experience and NVQ qualifications in Health & Social Care. Competitive pay of £14.50 per hour is offered, along with training opportunities in a supportive environment. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about delivering high-quality care in a beautiful coastal location.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience essential, with some experience in a senior or mentoring role preferred.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care needs while promoting dignity and independence.
• Assist with daily living activities and encourage social engagement.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing your experience and knowledge.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report any concerns.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Teamwork skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant – Luxury Care Home Facility - Days

Sandbanks Road, Poole, Dorset

£13.96 per hour (negotiable based on experience)

Full Time & Part Time Opportunities Available

About the Home

This beautiful, detached property offers panoramic harbour views from many of its second-floor bedrooms. Ideally situated close to Sandbanks and Canford Cliffs, the home has excellent transport links, with regular public transport to Poole and Bournemouth just outside.

Residents enjoy local amenities nearby, including a convenience store, hairdresser, bank, and sailing club, fostering a strong sense of community.

The home features:

• 54 elegant single bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities
• A welcoming glass entrance foyer with automatic doors
• Spacious dining room
• Comfortable lounge with adjoining conservatory overlooking the garden
• 42-inch TV, hearing loop system, and combined CD/radio system

The Ethos

The home is committed to excellence in care, tailoring support to individual preferences and choices within a structured, safe, and homely environment.

Our team embraces innovation, creativity, and continuous professional development. The goal is simple: everyone who lives, visits, or works at the home feels a genuine sense of belonging in a caring and supportive setting.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant – Days, you will:

• Support residents with personal care needs while promoting dignity and independence
• Assist with daily living activities and encourage social engagement
• Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing your experience and knowledge
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report any concerns
• Maintain accurate care documentation
• Promote a safe, welcoming, and homely environment

About You

• Previous care experience essential, with some experience in a senior or mentoring role preferred
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care desirable
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care

In Return

• Competitive pay: £14.50 per hour
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Work in a beautiful coastal location
• Meaningful and rewarding work making a real difference

If you are ready to take on a senior role in a respected care home on Sandbanks Road, Poole, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply: Contact Lauren on 01789 867181

Email: [e-mail]