Senior Care Assistant — Lead Care Team & Meds

Crystal Care Collection Limited; Thulston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card

Enhanced DBS

Refer a Friend bonus

Uniform provided

Free meal on shift

Career development

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection Limited is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in the United Kingdom to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support residents on a rolling three-on/three-off rota. You will act as a Key Worker, administer medications, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strict confidentiality and dignity for every resident.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or progress toward it) and prior experience in a residential or nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Holds or is working towards NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
• Experience as a Care Assistant in residential or nursing environments.
• Confident administering medication and maintaining records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues.
• Demonstrates compassion, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Works well in a busy team and remains calm under pressure.
• Committed to delivering exceptional resident care daily.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to each resident's needs and preferences.
• Act as a Key Worker for allocated residents, ensuring care plans are implemented and reviewed.
• Safely administer medication and maintain accurate medication records.
• Review, update and contribute to individual care plans.
• Mentor, support and lead less experienced care team members.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report changes with accurate records.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, relatives and colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain confidentiality and dignity for every resident.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention & Control, and relevant legislation.
• Support residents with meals and hydration and promote independence.
• Assist in light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe environment.

Skills

Care experience

Medication admin

Communication

Mentoring

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ3 HSC

Job description

Crystal Care Collection Limited is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in the United Kingdom to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support residents on a rolling three-on/three-off rota. You will act as a Key Worker, administer medications, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strict confidentiality and dignity for every resident.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or progress toward it) and prior experience in a residential or nursing setting.