Senior Care Assistant (days) - The Lodge

Elizabeth Finn Homes Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced family leave pay

Overtime and holiday pay enhancements

Group pension scheme

Sick pay after probation

Wellbeing support and counselling

Care Friends rewards

Blue Light card discounts

Long service awards

Meal subsidies

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Elizabeth Finn Homes Limited invites applications for a Senior Care Assistant at The Lodge Care Home in Exeter. You will support the nursing team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care with dignity and respect, guiding junior staff as a role model.

We offer full-time or part-time contracts, 12.25-hour shifts (07:45-20:00), and an hourly rate of £15.87. This role suits committed individuals who value compassionate care in a Victorian home setting.

Qualifications

• Secondary school education with good numeracy and literacy.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.
• Level 2 and 3 in Care.
• Minimum 3 years experience caring for older people.
• Understanding of professional Codes of Practice in social care
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and communication

Responsibilities

• Deliver and maintain high standards of personal care with effective teamwork.
• Carry out clinical procedures within scope under supervision of Registered Nurse or Head of Department.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing and report changes promptly.
• Support residents' physical, mental, and social engagement through meaningful activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and proper use of equipment.
• Contribute to accurate record-keeping and uphold confidentiality and policies.

Skills

English communication

Care level 2/3

Older people care

Codes of Practice in social care

Basic computer literacy

Education

Secondary school education

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - The Lodge Care Home

CQC rating: Outstanding
Address: The Lodge, 22 Spicer Road, Exeter EX1 1SY
Hourly Rate: £15.87per hour
Contract: Full-time or Part-time contract available,
Shifts: 12.25 hour shift (07.45-20.00) to include every other weekend

WE DO NOT HOLD A UK SPONSORSHIP LICENCE – APPLICANTS MUST ALREADY HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Elizabeth Finn is a leading care provider providing exceptional care throughout our eight prestigious care homes. Our company values are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.

The Lodge is an elegant and characterful Victorian house, located on Spicer Road, close to the centre of Exeter.Offering outstanding levels of residential and nursing care and a warm welcome for all.

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support the nursing and care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. The role involves meeting residents’ individual needs with dignity and respect, promoting independence, and acting as a role model by supervising and supporting the development of junior team members.

What you'll do

• Deliver and maintain high standards of personal care, ensuring effective teamwork and quality service delivery.
• Carry out clinical procedures within scope, following guidance from the Registered Nurse or Head of Department.
• Monitor residents’ health and wellbeing, reporting any changes or concerns promptly.
• Support residents’ physical, mental, and social engagement through meaningful activities and interaction.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment, ensuring proper use and storage of equipment and supplies.
• Contribute to accurate record-keeping, uphold confidentiality, and comply with policies, training, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Secondary school education with good numeracy and literacy.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.
• Level 2 and 3 in Care.
• Minimum 3 years experience caring for older people.
• Understanding of professional Codes of Practice in social care
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and communication

In return for the wonderful contribution our employees make we offer the following benefits:

• Enhances pay for family leave
• Overtime and bank holiday enhancements to pay
• Group pension scheme
• Occupational sick pay after probation
• Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme with free counselling and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Opportunity to earn rewards via Care Friends (refer a friend scheme)which you can cash in when you choose
• Free Blue Light card – provides members with thousands of amazing retail discounts
• Long service awards
• Subsidised meals while on duty
• Apprenticeships, continuous learning and development, professional development and study support opportunities

Safeguarding:

In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment Elizabeth Finn Homes implement a range of procedures and actions including Police/Enhanced DBS Checks to ensure our employees, residents and everyone is safeguarded, and abuse is prevented. This is in line with our company values, which are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on a circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

Elizabeth Finn strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences.

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts, nurtures and retains the best people.