Senior Care Assistant - Dartmouth

Care Concern Group; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Kingswear seeks a Senior Care Assistant to lead the care team in delivering high-quality support for residents. This role includes coordinating shifts, managing medication, and fostering open communication within the care environment. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and experience in leadership within a care setting. Join a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering a positive atmosphere for all staff and residents, offering competitive remuneration and benefits.

Benefits

Paid DBS

Free uniform

Onsite parking

5.6 weeks annual leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is essential.
• Actively working towards NVQ Level 3 is preferred.
• Experience leading or mentoring care teams is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate shifts for care staff.
• Provide hands-on care, supporting residents' personal routines.
• Manage medication administration and documentation accurately.
• Foster compassionate communication among residents and families.

Skills

Leadership

Compassionate care

Communication

Delegation

Education

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Actively working towards NVQ Level 3

Tools

Medication administration training

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Dartmouth

Senior Care Assistant Care and Support - The Fleet Care Home Contract: Full Time Salary: 13.00 per Hour Shift Type: Nights Contracted hours: 40 hrs per week Our care home, nestled in the picturesque town of Dartmouth in Devon, provides exceptional Residential, Nursing, Dementia, and Respite care for up to 79 residents, offering a serene and supportive environment where quality care meets coastal charm.

As a Senior Care Assistant on Days, you'll play a key role in leading our care team, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care while fostering a warm, supportive environment.

You'll coordinate shifts, lead by example, and take responsibility for the performance of your team. Your leadership will help maintain a positive, person-centred culture in our home.

What We Offer

• 13.00 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS
• Free uniform and onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Pension scheme

What You Will Do

You will lead and coordinate shifts, ensuring care staff work together to create a smooth and supportive environment.

You'll provide hands-on care, supporting residents with dressing, bathing, mobility and personal routines – always prioritising dignity and independence.

You'll manage medication administration and documentation with accuracy, while maintaining up-to-date care plans and risk assessments that reflect each resident's individual needs.

You'll play an active role in fostering open, compassionate communication with residents, their families, healthcare professionals and colleagues.

You'll welcome visitors, show prospective families around the home, and respond quickly to any emergencies.

You'll participate in training, team meetings and personal development activities, always ensuring health and safety standards are followed and concerns are escalated appropriately.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Actively working towards NVQ Level 3 (preferred)
• Medication administration training with current competencies
• Experience leading or mentoring care teams
• A compassionate, respectful, and fun approach to person-centred care
• Strong communication and delegation skills

About Us

Fleet Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom.

We are passionate about delivering outstanding care and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values — Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, and Inclusivity — shape everything we do.

If you share these values and want to use your skills to lead, support and inspire, we would love to hear from you.