Senior Care Assistant

Bupa Global; Wembley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health provider in Wembley is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to manage a team and support clinical duties. You will assist in running a care unit, build relationships with residents, and ensure quality care. The ideal candidate has previous experience and is working towards an NVQ3 in care. This role offers a competitive hourly wage, ongoing training, and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

24/7 health support

£350 annual healthcare allowance

Early access to wages

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Free meals on shifts

Interest-free travel loan

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care role is essential.
• Passionate about making a real difference in people's lives.
• Ability to work in a close-knit team and support clinical duties.

Responsibilities

• Run a unit and manage a team of Care Assistants.
• Assist the nurse with medication and care plans.
• Build relationships with residents and families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Motivation

Education

Completed / working towards an NVQ3 in care

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant (MID00FP) – Middlesex Manor Care Home, 119 Harrow Road, Wembley HA9 6DQ. CQC rating: Good. £12.40- £14.01 per hour depending on experience. Permanent contract - 44 hours per week.

Role

Senior Care Assistant – Middlesex Manor Care Home

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day responsibility for running a unit
• Supporting with clinical duties, including assisting the nurse to observe, issue medication, review care plans and accurate record keeping
• Driving and managing a team of Care Assistants, including responsible for all shift handovers of the teams
• Helping with training and supervision of new staff members so they feel welcomed and supported
• Building relationships with residents, their families and external teams such as GPs and District Nurses
• Assisting residents with a range of personal care duties

Qualifications & Skills

• Completed / working towards an NVQ3 in care. We’re happy to support you in the completion of your qualification if needed.
• Motivated, positive with great interpersonal skills, and able to work in a close-knit team. You’ll be pivotal in running a unit and aiding with clinical duties for the home.
• Previous experience in the role and knowledge of its rewards and challenges. A passion for making a real difference to people’s lives, providing kindness, personalised support and dignity.

Benefits

• My Healthcare - 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for health-related issues
• Annual allowance to redeem against Bupa healthcare products (~£350 value)
• Wagestream - early access to earned wages
• 28 days holiday
• Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay
• Long service rewards (ecards, extra holidays, money)
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest-free annual travel loan for public transport
• Bupa pension plans
• Parental leave schemes
• Menopause Plan
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why Bupa?

We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are driven by helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We encourage everyone to Be you at Bupa and value diversity.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We offer interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets minimum criteria and provide reasonable adjustments as part of recruitment.

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Care Home Postcode HA9 6DQ

Job

Care