Senior Care Assistant — Lead Compassionate Elder Care

Elizabeth Finn Homes; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 42,706,000 - 44,772,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay for family leave

Overtime and bank holiday enhancements

Group pension scheme

Sick pay after 6 months

Wellbeing support programme

Care Friends rewards

Blue Light card discounts

Long service awards

Subsidised meals

Learning and development

Job summary

Elizabeth Finn Homes is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant for Grove Court Care Home in Woodbridge. The role supports nursing and care teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, supervising junior staff and ensuring dignity and respect for residents.

The position offers full-time, permanent work with 12.25 hour shifts, including weekends, and an hourly rate of £15.27. Prior care experience and English proficiency are required.

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, 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.

Skills

Good numeracy & literacy

Clear English communication

Care Level 2 & 3

3+ years elder care

Code of Practice in social care

Basic IT for records

Education

Secondary education

Job description

Elizabeth Finn Homes is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant for Grove Court Care Home in Woodbridge. The role supports nursing and care teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, supervising junior staff and ensuring dignity and respect for residents.

The position offers full-time, permanent work with 12.25 hour shifts, including weekends, and an hourly rate of £15.27. Prior care experience and English proficiency are required.