Senior Care Assistant - Nursing Home

Elite Search Associates Limited; Halstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive care home in Halstead is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support elderly residents. You will oversee care teams, assisting with daily living tasks and maintaining high standards of care. This full-time position offers £14.00 - £15.00 per hour with both day and night shifts available, along with a supportive team environment and ongoing training.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior carer or team leader role within a care home.
• Genuine passion for elderly care with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Confident in administering medication and completing care plans.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living tasks and ensure their comfort and wellbeing on shift.
• Oversee and lead the care team on your shift to maintain high standards of care.
• Contribute to person-centred care planning and ensure care plans are followed.
• Assist with medication administration in line with policy and training.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Compassion for elderly care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant - Elderly Care Home | Halstead, Essex • £14.00 - £15.00 per hour • Full-Time • Days & Nights Available

36 hours per week • 8am-8pm or 8pm-8am

About the Role

We are partnering with a beautiful, well-established elderly care home in Halstead, Essex, to recruit a compassionate and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join their team. Set in peaceful surroundings and known for its warm, homely feel, this home offers residential, dementia, and nursing care. The role involves supporting residents with daily living, overseeing the care team on shift, and maintaining a high standard of person-centred care. Whether on days or nights, you will be an essential part of ensuring residents feel safe, respected, and well looked after.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living tasks and ensure their comfort and wellbeing on shift.
• Oversee and lead the care team on your shift to maintain high standards of care.
• Contribute to person-centred care planning and ensure care plans are followed.
• Assist with medication administration in line with policy and training.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a senior carer or team leader role within a care home
• A genuine passion for elderly care, with strong communication and leadership skills
• Confident in administering medication and completing care plans
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it) is desirable

In return, you'll receive

• £14.00 - £15.00 per hour, with paid breaks
• Full-time hours (36 per week), with both day and night shifts available
• A warm, supportive team and a well-managed, friendly home environment
• Ongoing training and opportunities for development