Senior Care Assistant

Auditio; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bira Care Homes in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. You will supervise care staff, ensure regulatory standards are met, and act as a positive role model for the team.

You will help with daily living activities, assist with personal hygiene, mobility and meals, support medication administration, and contribute to care reviews.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and supervision of care staff.
• Strong communication with residents, families and team.
• Commitment to person-centred care and safeguarding.
• Willingness to undergo DBS checks and compliance training.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support daily living activities: personal care, mobility, meals.
• Ensure CIW/CQC, RISCA and HSE standards compliance; check documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Care Quality

Flexible

Reliable

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

# Senior Care AssistantBira Care HomesField Farm HouseFull time · 33£13.45 per hour## About the role## About the roleYou'll lead and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care — providing guidance and supervision to care staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, while acting as a positive role model for the team.## What you'll do* Lead by example in delivering high-quality care that meets residents' individual needs, with dignity, respect and compassion.* Support daily living activities including personal hygiene, mobility and mealtimes.* Ensure care practices comply with CIW/CQC, RISCA and HSE standards, checking care documentation and reports for accuracy.* Support medication administration in line with training and protocols.* Act as a point of contact for staff on shift, providing handovers and contributing to care reviews and meetings.* Report concerns or changes in residents' needs to managers promptly.* Monitor the care environment for safety and cleanliness, promoting safe moving and handling, infection control and fire safety.* Support induction and mentoring of new staff, and complete all mandatory training while supporting others to do the same.## What you'll need* Experience working in a care home or similar setting* Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)* Strong communication and leadership skills* A reliable and flexible approach to work* Enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK* Social Care Wales registration (for roles in Wales) or completion of the Care Certificate (for roles in England, if not already achieved)### Desirable* Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care* Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues* Medication training or certification## Why Bira* Make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support, every day.* Champion dignity, compassion and choice in every interaction.* Join a culture where care is not just delivered — it's felt.## Apply for this roleTell us about yourself and attach your CV. It only takes a couple of minutes.