senior care assistant care home

P4 Recruitment Ltd; Chorley; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for a full-time position in Chorley, UK. The role involves leading a team, administering care, and ensuring resident wellbeing. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and experience in elderly care. Offers include a competitive salary, enhanced holidays, and ongoing training in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid day off for birthday

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Loyalty leave at 2 and 5 years

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Health Cash Plan

Supportive team culture

Workplace pension scheme

Free staff lunch and parking

Qualifications

• Experience in elderly and/or dementia care required.
• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and mentor care staff during day shifts.
• Administer medication and provide personal care support.
• Monitor and report on residents' health and wellbeing.
• Conduct risk assessments and update care plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and CQC standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Medication administration

Risk assessment

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant – Days at P4 Recruitment

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Pay: £13.85 per hour + Overtime at £15.35

Annual Salary: £27,727.70 (base) / up to £30,248.40 with paid breaks*

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 8am–8pm | Two-week rolling rota

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and mentor care staff during day shifts
• Administer medication and provide personal care support
• Monitor and report on residents’ health and wellbeing
• Conduct risk assessments and update care plans as needed
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and CQC standards
• Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals and families

What’s on Offer

• Paid day off every year for your birthday*
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (statutory + 2 extra days)
• Loyalty leave awarded at 2 and 5 years’ service
• Refer-a-Friend scheme – earn up to £500
• Health Cash Plan (dental, optical, GP, counselling, gym discounts)
• Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free enhanced DBS, Blue Light Card, free staff lunch, and on-site parking

Candidate Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Experience in elderly and/or dementia care
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care

About the Service

This care home is part of a highly regarded organisation that is known for providing outstanding, person-focused care in a modern and supportive environment. With excellent resources, a strong team culture, and a commitment to staff development, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in care.

Ready to take the next step in your care career?

Apply today via P4 Recruitment to find out more.