Senior Care Assistant

Avon Search; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Training and development

Beautiful North Cornwall location near

Job summary

Avon Search is recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader at a luxury retirement home near Wadebridge, Cornwall. The role supports day-to-day care operations in a 36-resident setting, leading a compassionate team to provide outstanding, person-centred care.

The post requires prior senior care experience, an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, and strong communication and leadership skills. The position offers a permanent contract, daytime hours, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Care Assistant or Team Leader within a residential care setting.
• Experience supporting older people with residential care needs.
• Medication administration experience (desirable).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Caring, reliable and proactive approach.
• Genuine passion for delivering exceptional person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the care team across each shift.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred residential care.
• Assist with personal care and promote independence.
• Support medication administration where required.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report changes.
• Complete accurate care documentation and handovers.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Promote a safe, caring environment for residents, relatives and colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Care experience

Communication

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader –Luxury Retirement Home – AV2001

Location: Wadebridge, Cornwall
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Hours: Full Time – Days

About the Home

Avon Search is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established residential care home located just a few miles from Wadebridge on Cornwall’s beautiful North Coast.

This modern, purpose-built home provides high-quality residential and personal care within a welcoming and supportive environment. Home to 36 residents, the service offers bright, spacious en-suite bedrooms that residents are encouraged to personalise, helping to create a true home-from-home atmosphere.

Residents enjoy a choice of comfortable lounge areas, dedicated dining and activity spaces, and attractive, accessible gardens where they can take part in seasonal planting and outdoor activities. A range of additional services, including physiotherapy, chiropody, optician and hairdressing appointments, further enhance residents’ wellbeing and quality of life.

The experienced and compassionate team is committed to delivering person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence and the highest possible quality of life for every resident.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the care team while ensuring residents receive outstanding, compassionate care.

Working closely with the wider care team, you will lead by example, provide guidance to colleagues, and help maintain the highest standards of care within a safe, friendly and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the care team throughout each shift
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred residential care
• Assisting with personal care and promoting independence
• Supporting medication administration where required
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and reporting any changes
• Completing accurate care documentation and handovers
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the care team
• Promoting a safe, caring and positive environment for residents, relatives and colleagues

About You

We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate Senior Care Assistant who enjoys leading a team and making a genuine difference to people’s lives.

You will have:

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader or similar role within a residential care setting
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
• Experience supporting older people with a range of residential care needs
• Medication administration experience (desirable)
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A caring, reliable and proactive approach
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional person-centred care

Benefits & Incentives

• £15.00 per hour
• Full Time – Days
• Permanent position
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive management team and friendly working environment
• Modern, purpose-built residential care home with excellent facilities
• Beautiful North Cornwall location close to Wadebridge, Rock and Polzeath
• Excellent career progression opportunities