Senior Care Assistant

Bupa UK; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 30,774 - 34,366; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Healthcare

Annual allowance for health

Wagestream

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meal on shift

Travel loan for public transport

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Job summary

Copper Beech Care Home in Ridgewood, Uckfield is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver person-centred care for residents. You will manage day-to-day unit operations, ensure accurate medication issuing, review care plans and maintain records, and oversee shift handovers.

The role includes training and supervising new staff, building relationships with residents, families and external health professionals, and supporting residents with personal care duties.

Qualifications

• NVQ3 in care required or in progress; employer support for completion.
• Motivated and positive with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience in care with willingness to make a real difference to residents.
• Ability to support CQC responsibilities with clinical aspects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and run a care unit.
• Issue medications, review care plans and maintain accurate records.
• Oversee shift handovers and provide training for new staff.
• Build relationships with residents, families, GPs and District Nurses.
• Assist residents with personal care duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivated & positive

Team leadership

Clinical support

Education

NVQ3 in care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant

Copper Beech Care Home, Eastbourne Road, Ridgewood, Uckfield TN22 5ST

44 Hour Contract • Day/night Shifts (To Be Flexible) • £13.45 - £15.02 per hour depending on experience

Job Description

As a Senior Care Assistant you will lead a team of Care Assistants to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice for our residents. You will manage day‑to‑day operations of your unit, ensure accurate medication issuing, care plan review and record keeping, and oversee shift handovers. Training, supervision and development of new staff will also be part of your role.

You’ll Help Us Make Health Happen By

• Day-to-day responsibility for running a unit
• Responsible for issuing medication, reviewing care plans and accurate record keeping
• Leading and managing a team of Care Assistants, including responsibility for all shift handovers of the teams
• Helping with training and supervision of new staff members so they feel welcomed and supportedBuilding relationships with residents, their families and external teams such as GPs and District Nurses
• Assisting residents with a range of personal care duties

Key Skills / Qualifications Needed For This Role

• Completed or working towards an NVQ3 in care (we will support completion if needed)
• Motivated, positive, with excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for compassionate care
• Previous experience of the role, with the knowledge of its rewards and challenges, and a desire to make a real difference to people’s lives
• Ability to support CQC responsibilities with clinical expertise

Benefits

• My Healthcare – Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
• Annual allowance redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products (approx. £350 value)
• Wagestream – Early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes
• 28 days holiday
• Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay
• Long service rewards such as e‑cards, extra holidays and money
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport tickets
• Range of Bupa pension plans
• Parental leave – schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents
• Menopause Plan – designed to empower women to seek advice, choose treatment and take control of their health
• Discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We offer reasonable adjustments to disabled applicants as part of our recruitment process.

Time Type

Full time

Job Area

Care Home – Care Assistants

Location

Copper Beech