Senior Care Assistant/Team Leader

Quantum Care; England; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend pay

Training programme

Pension scheme

DBS check

Employee assistance

Job summary

Quantum Care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a care unit at Beane River View in Hertford. The role combines hands-on care with team leadership to deliver exceptional resident experiences.

You will supervise shifts, update care plans, administer medications when required, and ensure activities are provided daily. A Level 2 Diploma is essential; Level 3 is desirable or achievable through training.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care is essential.
• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Substantial experience with older people in a residential setting and passion for leading care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a designated unit with compassionate leadership.
• Review and update care plans.
• Provide personal care to residents.
• Administer medication and coordinate social activities on each shift.

Skills

Team leadership

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant/Team Leader

Contract: Full Time – Perm

Hour: 30 – 37 hours per week

Pay: £15.55 per hour weekdays & £16.55 per hour weekends

Shift Times: 7.30am to 2.30pm/2.30pm to 9.30pm – Weekdays and alternative Weekends

Location: 1 Beane River View, Port Vale, Hertford, SG14 3UD

Quantum Care is a no‑for‑profit organisation supporting over 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with dignity, comfort and joy. To do that, we need people who care as much as we do and Make Every Day Matter.

We are seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our welcoming Care Home Beane River View nestled in the beautiful market town of Hertford. Beane River View is a quiet 40 bed residential care home surrounded by its beautiful tranquil gardens, offering a warm, welcoming environment where dedicated professionals can make a genuine difference every day.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead with compassion, inspire the team and make a real difference every day. Turn your passion for care into leadership and help create exceptional moments for residents every day.

What You’ll Bring

• Essential to hold a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
• Desirable to hold a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Or willingness to work towards).
• You must have substantial experience of working with older people in a residential care setting and a real passion for leading and delivering outstanding care to our residents.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Taking a leadership role on a designated unit.
• Reviewing and updating care plans.
• Giving personal care to residents.
• Administering medication and ensuring that social activities are provided during each shift

Why Join Quantum Care?

We value our teams and invest in their wellbeing, growth and success. In return for your dedication, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary with enhanced pay on weekends and Bank Holidays
• Clear career development pathways and recognition of milestones
• First‑class in‑house training from day one
• Free Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
• Company pension scheme (after 1 year of service)
• Free DBS check and uniform
• Access to retail discounts and exclusive offers
• A supportive, values‑driven workplace where your contribution truly matters

Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established organisation offering rewarding work, a strong sense of purpose and real opportunities for progression. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

An Overseas Police Check/ Certificate of Good Conduct may be required if you have lived or worked outside the UK for 12 Months or more, spent a significant period overseas, or worked abroad in a position of trust. This will be in addition to a mandatory Enhanced DBS check.

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