Senior Care Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; Telscombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to support and lead a dedicated care team. The ideal candidate should possess Level 3 qualifications in Health & Social Care and have experience in elderly care or dementia support. You will take the lead in providing compassion-driven care to residents, ensuring their needs are met and their wellbeing is prioritized. This position offers opportunities for professional development and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts across various services

Pension scheme

Funded DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in elderly care or dementia support is essential.
• Confident leader with supervisory skills required.
• Willing to continue learning and developing professionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the care team to deliver high-quality care.
• Administer medication safely and accurately.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and update care records.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and families.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Compassion

Patience

Team player

Education

Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Senior Care Assistant

Location Riverdale Care Home - Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7LL

Salary: £13.80 per hour

Schedule / Hours

Full & Part-time available – Days

Are you a Senior Care Assistant looking to further develop your skills? Join our team as a Senior Care Assistant and help us deliver truly exceptional care to our residents. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to lead with compassion, support others, and make a meaningful impact every single day.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll play a key leadership role within our care team. You’ll be responsible for assessing individual needs, developing person‑centred care plans, and ensuring that medical, physical, and emotional support is delivered to the highest standard. You’ll also supervise and mentor care staff, helping them grow and maintain best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting the care team to deliver high‑quality care
• Administering medication safely and accurately
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and updating care records
• Liaising with healthcare professionals and families
• Supporting residents with personal care, meals, and daily activities
• Ensuring the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice for every resident
• Participating in audits, inspections, and team meetings

We’re Seeking Someone Who Is

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Experienced in elderly care or dementia support
• A confident leader with strong supervisory skills
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• A great communicator and team player
• Willing to continue learning and developing professionally

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company‑supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Riverdale Care Homes

Within walking distance from the Parish Church and the River Rother, Riverdale Residential Care Home provides specialist residential and dementia care in a warm and friendly environment.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply Today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.