Senior Care Assistant — Lead Teams, Deliver Quality Care

The Willows Care Home; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - earned pay access

Nutritious meal during shifts

Job summary

The Willows Care Home in Hinckley, Leicestershire, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a care team and deliver high-quality, person-centred care for residents. The role involves coordinating shifts, overseeing medication, and maintaining care records with clear communication to families and healthcare professionals.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum) with Level 3 desirable or be willing to work towards, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is the minimum requirement.
• Level 3 qualification is desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the care team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership skills

Caring approach

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards

Job description

The Willows Care Home in Hinckley, Leicestershire, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a care team and deliver high-quality, person-centred care for residents. The role involves coordinating shifts, overseeing medication, and maintaining care records with clear communication to families and healthcare professionals.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum) with Level 3 desirable or be willing to work towards, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership