Senior Care Assistant — Lead with Compassion & Flexible Hours

Maria Mallaband Care Group; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simply Health benefits

Early Pay

Discounts platform

Tastecard discount

Nest Pension

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work

Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Free DBS checks

Job summary

Maria Mallaband Care Group is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to care for residents in a dedicated care home environment. You will support with personal care, meals, and daily activities, ensuring compassionate, dignified care.

The role requires Level 2 with Senior Care experience and a willingness to pursue Level 3 Health & Social Care. Flexible hours across seven days support work-life balance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience of leading a team.
• A committed and organised approach.
• A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.
• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment (Essential).
• Experience of working as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential).
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (desirable but not essential to commence in the role, although essential to complete on successful appointment of the role if not already obtained)

Responsibilities

• Care for residents' physical, psychological and social needs.
• Assist residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals.
• Support residents with meals and dietary needs.
• Offer flexible hours across the 7 day week to support work-life balance.

Skills

Team leadership

Strong communication

Flexible shifts

Care experience

Education

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Maria Mallaband Care Group is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to care for residents in a dedicated care home environment. You will support with personal care, meals, and daily activities, ensuring compassionate, dignified care.

The role requires Level 2 with Senior Care experience and a willingness to pursue Level 3 Health & Social Care. Flexible hours across seven days support work-life balance and career development opportunities.