SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT

Cinnamon Care Collection; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Breaks

Uniforms

Staff Meals

Nest Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Care Workers Charity

Spice of Life - Discount Retail Scheme

Cycle Scheme

Eye Care

Refer a Friend Scheme

Reward Vouchers

Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition

Job summary

Cinnamon Care Collection is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Waterlooville to join a bespoke care team. You will look after residents across residential and dementia settings, delivering compassionate, person-centred care in a supportive environment.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) with at least two years’ experience, including supervisory duties and knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards. UK_Salaries are complemented by a range of benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• 2 years' experience with older people and dementia.
• Knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards.
• Supervisory experience in care settings.

Responsibilities

• Care for residential and dementia residents as part of a close-knit team.
• Monitor and support residents' wellbeing and daily living activities.
• Assist with medications and care plans under supervision.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Medication Administration

Team Player

CQC Standards

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026!

Awarded ‘One of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For’

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Wellington Vale is an 80 bedded stunning luxury nursing, residential and dementia care home situated in Waterlooville, Hampshire.

Senior Care Assistant

• Full Time
• Waterlooville, UK
• Posted 7 days ago
• 14.5614.56 GBP / Year
• £14.56 Per Hour Plus Company Benefits
• Full Time Hours

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and reliable Senior Care Assistant to be part of our care team looking after our residential and dementia residents.

Our team members must have a real passion for care and want to work as part of a close-knit team supporting each other, and wanting to promote choice, individuality and independence to our residents at all times.

We are looking to recruit experienced Senior Carers who hold a NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) and have a sound knowledge of care legislation including CQC Fundamental Standards. You will have supervisory experience, Medication administration experience (& relevant qualification) as well as being a supportive mentor to the care assistants.

You will need 2 years’ previous experience gained from working with older people and people who experience dementia – previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant is desirable.

We provide a comprehensive induction, support and training and encourage career development.

Our team member benefits include:

• *Paid Breaks
• *Uniforms
• *Staff Meals
• *Nest Pension
• *Employee Assistance Programme
• *Care Workers Charity
• *Spice of Life - Discount Retail Scheme
• *Cycle Scheme
• *Eye Care
• *Refer a Friend Scheme
• *Reward Vouchers
• *Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards

Person Specification

• Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids
• Team player, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing