Senior Care Assistant

Avon Search; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Ongoing training and development

Small, family-run care home heritage

Job summary

The Chestnuts, a small, family-owned care home in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to support residents and guide the care team. You will lead shifts, provide person-centred care and help maintain a warm, homely atmosphere for 14 residents.

Ideal candidates will have LV3 Health & Social Care qualifications, prior senior care experience and a compassionate, team-focused approach. DBS-ready and training for medication is provided.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable).
• Previous experience in a senior care role within a care home.
• Experience supporting older people; dementia care experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and supporting care staff on shift.
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Supporting residents with daily living needs in a dignified and respectful manner.
• Administering medication (training provided if required).
• Maintaining accurate care plans and documentation.
• Promoting a safe, calm and positive environment.
• Building strong relationships with residents and their families.
• Encouraging independence, engagement and wellbeing.
• Supporting the team to maintain the warm, homely atmosphere of the service.

Skills

Leadership

Care

Communication

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant – Luxury Retirement Home – AV2053

Location: Sleaford, Lincolnshire

Pay: £13.75 per hour.

Hours: Days – 25 Hours per week

About the Home

This small, family-owned care home in Sleaford provides a warm, friendly and genuinely homely environment for just 14 residents.

Established over 40 years ago, the home has a strong family heritage and remains independently owned and managed. The current manager is the third generation of the family to be involved in the business, with the fourth generation regularly visiting and getting to know residents and staff.

The home takes great pride in providing the same high standard of care that you would want for your own parents. The manager is involved in every aspect of the home and knows residents and their families personally, creating a close-knit environment where everyone is treated as an individual.

This is not a large corporate care setting. Instead, it offers a small, relaxed and friendly home-from-home atmosphere, where residents are known personally and staff are genuinely encouraged to build meaningful relationships.

The Chestnuts has an exceptionally loyal and experienced staff team, with some employees having been part of the home for up to 25 years. The low staff turnover reflects the supportive culture and happy, settled environment.

As an award-winning care home, the team is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care while ensuring residents feel comfortable, respected and valued.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting residents with their day-to-day care while helping to guide and support the wider care team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, mentoring and supporting care staff on shift
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Supporting residents with daily living needs in a dignified and respectful manner
• Administering medication (training provided if required)
• Maintaining accurate care plans and documentation
• Promoting a safe, calm and positive environment
• Building strong relationships with residents and their families
• Encouraging independence, engagement and wellbeing
• Supporting the team to maintain the warm, homely atmosphere of the service

About You

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)
• Previous experience in a senior care role within a care home
• Experience supporting older people
• Dementia care experience is desirable
• Medication training is desirable but not essential
• A compassionate, caring and team-focused approach
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Someone who enjoys working in a small, family-oriented environment
• A genuine passion for providing outstanding, person-centred care

Benefits & Perks

• £13.75 per hour
• Paid breaks
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Join a small, family-run care home with over 40 years of heritage
• Work alongside a loyal and experienced team
• Low staff turnover and a relaxed, homely atmosphere
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference