Senior Care Assistant

Berkley Care Group; Radford Semele; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Radford Semele is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their supportive team. The role involves providing high-quality care to residents, leading a team, and promoting a person-centred approach. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in health and social care, at least 2 years of experience, and a compassionate nature. This position offers competitive pay at £14.00 per hour, free meals, and a range of excellent benefits, making it a fulfilling opportunity for those passionate about care.

Benefits

Free meals and drinks

Monetary rewards for long service

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Industry leading Company Sick Pay

Access to discounts in many locations

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-Demand Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a care assistant role.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Experience in administering medication and maintaining care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care for residents.
• Promote a person-centred care approach.
• Supervise team members and manage shifts.

Skills

Caring nature

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualification in health and social care

Job description

Pay & Hours

£14.00 per hour, free meals on shift, plus lots of great benefits!

8am-8pm, 4 days per week, alternate weekend working.

Overview

Live Well Today, Thrive Tomorrow as a Senior Care Assistant with Berkley Care

Do you love working in care or caring for others but feel there is something missing? Do you want to take the next step as a Senior Care Assistant in an environment where everyone is listened to and valued? If you answered yes to the above, then taking the next step in your career as a Senior Carer with Berkley Care Group could be the right move for you.

A Top Employer 2025

For the second year running, Berkley Care is the only UK luxury care home provider to be recognised in this years Top Employer Awards for going above and beyond when it comes to employee well-being and development. This award is given in recognition of the groups commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive and supportive work environment, where the culture is warm and encouraging.

What we are looking for :

• Someone who is committed to caring
• A relevant qualification in health and social care with at least 2 years experience in a care assistant role
• The ability to lead, motivate, develop and delegate to others and be part of a supportive team
• A kind, caring and compassionate nature with a sense of fun
• The ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including residents, the home team and family members

Do you have experience of the following? :

• Promoting a caring and friendly environment where the philosophy of person-centred care is at the heart of everything you do, including the empowerment of residents to fully participate in all decisions relating to them
• Administering prescribed medicines and maintaining associated records and care plans
• Carrying out basic domestic duties and preparing light meals and refreshments for those in your care
• Planning rotas and supervision of a team whilst on shift to oversee and maintain the care of residents
• Ongoing coaching, regular 1-2-1s with team members and inductions
• Attending team meetings and being a role model for the home team

What can you expect from us

• Free meals and drinks whilst at work
• Monetary rewards for long service
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Industry leading Company Sick Pay (for critical illness and clinically necessary surgery)
• Access to a raft of benefits and discounts in hundreds of online and high street locations, plus a Blue Light Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• On-Demand Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme plus a 24 / 7 GP Helpline
• A luxury working environment
• Excellent learning, development and training opportunities
• Regular communications via our newsletter and podcasts so that you’ll always know what’s going on