Senior Care Assistant

Peoplebank; Redditch; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Training & progression

Job summary

Bowood Court Care Home in Redditch is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead the care team and deliver person-centred care. You will administer medications, contribute to care plans, and supervise care staff while ensuring residents' wellbeing and dignity across day and night shifts.

The role offers paid DBS, pension, a uniform, and 5.6 weeks of annual leave. Training and career progression are provided within a supportive care environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is essential; willingness to achieve NVQ Level 3.
• Experience as Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader or experienced Care Assistant in care home/healthcare settings.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to deliver outstanding, person-centred care.
• Administer medications and support care plans with up-to-date records.
• Supervise Care Assistants, support admissions, transfers, and risk assessments.
• Maintain Health & Safety, safeguarding and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

Care and Support - Bowood Court & Mews Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 36

Bowood Court & Mews Care Home is a modern residential, dementia and respite care home in Redditch, Worcestershire. With beautifully designed living spaces, sensory gardens and a vibrant programme of activities, our dedicated team creates a welcoming environment where residents are supported to enjoy every day.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.46 per hour
• Contracted to 36 hours per week
• Day or Night shifts available
• Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing training, development and career progression within a supportive and rewarding care environment.

Role Overview
As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead by example, supporting the delivery of outstanding, person-centred care while providing guidance and supervision to the care team during your shift. You will help create a safe, compassionate and welcoming environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect and kindness at all times.

Working closely with the Care Manager and wider healthcare team, you will administer medication, support the development and review of care plans, carry out key worker responsibilities and ensure residents' care records remain accurate and up to date. You will monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, respond promptly to changes in their condition and liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure their needs are met.

You will supervise and support Care Assistants throughout the shift, ensuring high standards of care are consistently maintained. You will assist with admissions, hospital transfers, accident reporting and risk assessments, while promoting residents' independence, encouraging participation in activities and supporting them during mealtimes, appointments and outings. You will also help maintain compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, infection prevention and regulatory standards, contributing to a positive and supportive team culture.
The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader or experienced Care Assistant within a care home or healthcare setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential), with a willingness to achieve NVQ Level 3.
• Competent in medication administration and maintaining accurate medication records.
• Experience supporting care planning, risk assessments and maintaining accurate care documentation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, mentor and motivate a care team.
• Good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, Health & Safety and infection prevention.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate, reliable and committed to delivering exceptional care with dignity and respect.
• Dementia awareness or experience supporting people living with dementia is desirable.

About us
Bowood Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.