Senior Care ASsistant

Avon Search; Winchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% weekend enhancement

10% night shift enhancement

20% Bank Holiday enhancement

80% Christmas/NYD enhancement

Fully funded CHaPs Programme

Leadership & Management training

Career progression

Friendly working environment

Job summary

Avon Search is recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader at a luxury retirement home in Winchester, Hampshire. The role combines senior care with team leadership, ensuring compassionate, person‑centred support across day shifts.

The position offers a salary of £37,440 per annum with enhancements for weekends, nights, bank holidays and Christmas period, plus funded professional development.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Medication administration experience.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A compassionate, proactive, and team‑focused approach.
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the care team during day shifts.
• Delivering high-quality, person‑centred care.
• Assisting residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Supporting medication administration and monitoring.
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation.
• Promoting a safe, positive, and welcoming environment.
• Encouraging residents’ independence, wellbeing, and engagement.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the care team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader – Luxury Retirement Home – AV1992

Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Salary: £37,440 Per Annum + Excellent Enhancements & Benefits
Hours: Full Time – Days Only

About the Home

Avon Search is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established residential care home located in Winchester, Hampshire.

Part of a highly respected non‑profit charitable foundation, this welcoming 13-bed residential care home is dedicated to providing exceptional care within a warm, friendly, and homely environment. The small size of the home allows the team to deliver truly personalised care, ensuring every resident is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion while maintaining their independence and wellbeing.

The home provides high-quality residential care and short-term respite stays for older people who require additional support with everyday living. With a compassionate and experienced team, the home is committed to delivering person‑centred care that enables residents to enjoy fulfilling, meaningful, and independent lives.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional care while leading and supporting the care team throughout your shift.

Working closely with residents, families, and colleagues, you’ll help ensure the highest standards of person‑centred care are consistently achieved. You’ll act as a role model for the team, supporting colleagues while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing for every resident.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the care team during day shifts
• Delivering high-quality, person‑centred care
• Assisting residents with personal care and daily living activities
• Supporting medication administration and monitoring
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
• Promoting a safe, positive, and welcoming environment
• Encouraging residents’ independence, wellbeing, and engagement
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the care team

About You

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about providing outstanding care and enjoys leading and motivating others.

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
• Medication administration experience
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A compassionate, proactive, and team‑focused approach
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional care

Benefits & Incentives

As part of a respected non‑profit charitable foundation, you’ll be joining an organisation that genuinely invests in both its residents and its people.

• £37,440 per annum
• Full Time Permanent – Days Only
• +10% enhancement for weekend shifts
• +10% enhancement for night shifts (where applicable)
• +20% enhancement for Bank Holiday working
• +80% enhancement for Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day
• Fully funded CHaPs (Care Home Assistant Practitioner) Programme
• Fully funded Leadership & Management training
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Supportive management team and friendly working environment
• Beautiful, welcoming residential home
• The opportunity to work for a respected non‑profit charitable foundation that puts people before profit