Senior Care Assistant: Lead with Compassion & Growth

Avery Healthcare Group; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is looking for a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to join the team at Aldridge Care Home in Aldridge. You will deliver compassionate personal care, support the care team, and contribute to a safe, respectful environment for residents and staff.

The role requires NVQ 3 (or equivalent) and around two years of experience in a similar care setting, with strong communication skills and a flexible, team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years’ experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to both supporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Be responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, caring environment.
• Monitor wellbeing and update care plans as needs change.
• Support residents with medications.
• Conduct monthly evaluations and care planning.
• Provide staff supervision and support development.
• Act as key contact for residents, relatives, and professionals.

Skills

NVQ 3 in care

Care home experience

Effective communication

Flexible

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is looking for a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to join the team at Aldridge Care Home in Aldridge. You will deliver compassionate personal care, support the care team, and contribute to a safe, respectful environment for residents and staff.

The role requires NVQ 3 (or equivalent) and around two years of experience in a similar care setting, with strong communication skills and a flexible, team-oriented approach.