Senior Care Assistant

Bupa; Witney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health provider is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Witney. You will manage clinical duties and lead a team to ensure high-quality care for residents. Candidates should have or be pursuing an NVQ3 in care. The role offers a competitive salary of £14.40ph, a £500 welcome bonus, and diverse benefits including health and wellness programs, training opportunities, and flexible working options.

Benefits

My Healthcare program

Annual allowance for Bupa healthcare products

Sick pay scheme

Free meal with every shift

Long Service rewards

Interest-free annual travel loan

Wagestream access

Bupa pension plans

Parental Leave schemes

Menopause Plan

Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Must have completed or be working towards an NVQ3 in care.
• Experience in managing clinical duties in a care setting.
• Ability to train and supervise new staff.

Responsibilities

• Run a unit and manage clinical duties.
• Lead and manage a team of Care Assistants.
• Build relationships with residents and external teams.

Skills

Clinical duties

Medication management

Team leadership

NVQ3 in care

Education

Completed or working towards NVQ3 in care

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant

Location: Richmond Witney Coral Springs Way, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 5DG

Salary: £14.40ph & Excellent Benefits

Contract: Permanent 36hrs per week

Shift Pattern: 8am - 8pm - Weekends on Rota

Welcome Bonus: £500

*Starter Bonus: A one-off £500 starter bonus is offered after four weeks’ service, paid in the next available pay run, subject to deductions for tax and NI. Ts & Cs apply.

We make health happen. Richmond Villages are our retirement village provider, delivering person-centred care to help residents live their best lives.

You’ll be pivotal in running a unit, responsible for all clinical duties in the home, including observation, medication, reviewing care plans and accurate record keeping. Your clinical expertise will support all CQC responsibilities. We aim to provide high-quality, personal and social care with kindness and warmth.

You’ll have completed / be working towards an NVQ3 in care. We’re happy to support you in completing your qualification if needed.

You’ll receive a thorough induction, ongoing training and development including access to apprenticeships, plus access to our online portal with resources for personal development and free LinkedIn Learning.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day responsibility for running a unit
• Responsible for all clinical duties including issuing medication, reviewing care plans, and accurate record keeping
• Leading and managing a team of Care Assistants, including responsibility for all shift handovers
• Training and supervision of new staff to ensure they feel welcomed and supported
• Building relationships with residents, their families and external teams (GPs, District Nurses)
• Assisting residents with a range of personal care duties

DBS check required as part of recruitment; Bupa will cover the cost (£40).

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support wellbeing and flexibility, including access to Viva, our global wellbeing programme, and flexible working options.

• My Healthcare: remote GP, physiotherapy, mental health support, available 24/7
• Annual allowance for Bupa healthcare products (approx. £350)
• Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay
• Free meal with every shift
• Holidays: 20 days + Bank Holidays
• Long Service rewards (ecards, extra holidays, monetary rewards)
• Interest-free annual travel loan for public transport
• Wagestream: early access to up to 40% of earned wages
• Bupa pension plans
• Parental Leave schemes
• Menopause Plan
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why Bupa?

We are a health insurer and provider focused on customers and people, driven by the purpose of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We encourage diverse applications and support equality of opportunity.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We offer reasonable adjustments in recruitment for disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria.

Time Type: Full time

Job Area: Care Home – Care support

Locations: Richmond Witney Village