Senior Care Assistant | Elderly Care

South Downs Residential Group Limited; Cambridge; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Senior Care Assistant at South Downs Care, committed to delivering compassionate support to our elderly residents. This role offers structured training, strong management support, and opportunities for career growth within a friendly team environment.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonus

Comprehensive Onboarding Support

Predictable Work Schedule

Pension Scheme Availability

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home setting.
• Confidence in administering medication.
• Excellent communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to elderly residents.
• Administer and manage medication.
• Adapt to challenges in care provision.

Skills

Compassionate Communication

Medication Management

Resilience

Job description

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Senior Care Assistant - Join South Downs Care!

Location: Downs House, Hampshire
Salary: £13.35 - per hour (annual review)
• Weekend Rate: £13.85 - per hour
Bonus: Discretionary Annual Bonus based on company success
Hours: 36 hours per week

About Us

At South Downs Care, we're dedicated to providing personalised, high-quality care in a safe, friendly environment where our residents can thrive. We operate two care homes, Downs House and Stroud House, nestled in the beautiful Hampshire countryside.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Care Assistant to join our team at Downs House. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly residents and thrive in a supportive, team-focused environment, this role is for you!

What We Offer

Career Growth - Ongoing professional training & development
Holidays - at least Equivalent to 29 days (including bank holidays, pro-rata).
Pension Scheme - Available where eligible.
Structured Induction & Probation - Comprehensive onboarding support.
Strong Management Support - Guidance every step of the way.
Employee Referral Bonus - Earn £500 for every successful referral (T&Cs apply).
Fixed & Predictable Work Pattern - Enjoy a stable, rotating shift pattern for a healthy work-life balance.
Easily Accessible Location - Petersfield is well-connected, with hourly train services from Waterlooville, Havant, and surrounding areas.

Who We Are Looking For
• Senior Care Assistant - Previous experience in a care home setting.
• Medication Trained - Confident in administering and managing medication.
• Compassionate Communicator - A caring, empathetic approach with excellent communication skills.
• Committed to Quality Care - Upholding high standards and a resident-first mindset.
• Creative & Resilient - Adapts to challenges and brings fresh ideas to enhance care.

Our Values

At South Downs Care, we are guided by Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility. If these values resonate with you, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Apply Today!

If you're ready for a rewarding role where your skills, experience, and passion will truly make a difference, apply now and join our dedicated team at South Downs Care!

Should you be successful, we will contact you to complete an online Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) on acceptance of your offer letter.