Senior Care Assistant

NHS; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Sevenoaks is seeking a Senior Care Assistant dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents. The role involves monitoring wellbeing, implementing care plans, and supporting medication needs while being a key contact for residents and their families. The ideal candidate holds NVQ 3 or equivalent and has at least two years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers competitive pay of £14.70 per hour and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for development.

Benefits

Competitive pay scheme

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Opportunities for learning and development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience working in a similar care environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the wellbeing of each resident.
• Implement care plans and undertake evaluations.
• Support residents with medication.
• Undertake staff supervisions.
• Act as a key contact for residents and professionals.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Responsiveness

Flexibility

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care

Job description

Job Summary

This Senior Care Assistant role at Avery Healthcare in Chipstead offers a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of residents. You will be part of a close‑knit, supportive team that values respect, compassion and exceptional care. The role involves monitoring residents’ wellbeing, implementing and evaluating care plans, supporting with medication, and supervising and developing care staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the wellbeing of each resident and ensuring that new needs are met and records are amended to reflect any variation.
• Being involved in the person‑centred care planning process, implementing, monitoring and undertaking monthly evaluations.
• Supporting residents with their medication requirements.
• Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required.
• Acting as a key point of contact with residents, their relatives and visitors, and health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• At least 2 years’ experience working in a similar care environment.
• Strong communication skills, positive attitude and ability to be responsive and flexible.

Benefits

Competitive pay scheme £14.70 an hour, full‑time permanent position, supportive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for learning and development.

Conditions

DBS Disclosure check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Employer

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd., Chipstead, TN13 2PZ,
Website: https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk

Application

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline. Apply before 19 December 2025 for reference number 1446113219.