Senior Care Assistant

Bupa; West Carr; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team in delivering high-quality personal care to residents. Responsibilities include managing medication, supporting the team, and building relationships with residents and families. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ3 in care and be motivated to make a difference. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including access to healthcare appointments and annual leave.

Benefits

Free 24/7 access to GP appointments

Annual healthcare allowance

Early wage access through Wagestream

28 days holiday

Free meals on shifts

Interest-free annual travel loan

Discounts at gyms

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with a focus on personal care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants to provide personal care.
• Manage medication and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Train and supervise new staff members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Motivation

Education

NVQ3 in care

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead a team of Care Assistants to deliver high quality, personal care to our residents. You will inspire, develop and nurture the team while investing in our new digital care transformative initiatives, focusing on clinical excellence and resident care. Over 75 years of healthcare expertise will support your ongoing training in clinical and social care development.

Responsibilities

• 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 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

• NVQ3 in care (or working towards completion) – we support completion if needed
• Previous experience of the role with knowledge of its rewards and challenges
• Motivated, positive, excellent interpersonal skills and passion for making a real difference to people’s lives

Benefits

• My Healthcare – free 24/7 access to GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
• Annual allowance redeemable against Bupa healthcare products (≈£350)
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes
• 28 days holiday
• Additional sick pay scheme for frontline teams
• Long service rewards – ecards, extra holidays and money for milestones
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets
• Access to a range of Bupa pension plans
• Parental leave schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents
• Menopause Plan – empowering women to seek advice and treatment
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK