Senior Care Lead - Full-Time, Day/Night Shifts

Nurse Seekers; Braintree; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

Day or night shifts

Paid breaks

Ongoing training

Professional development

Family-oriented team

Job summary

Nurse Seekers is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for a luxury retirement home in Braintree, Essex. This full-time role offers day or night shifts with paid breaks and a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centred care to residents.

You will lead and mentor the care team, support residents with daily living needs, and help maintain accurate care plans. Training and development are provided to enhance skills and career progression.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)
• Previous experience in a senior care role within a care home
• Experience working with dementia care (desirable)
• A compassionate, proactive and team-focused approach
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding care

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and supporting care staff on shift
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Supporting residents with daily living needs in a dignified manner
• Administering medication (training provided if required)
• Maintaining accurate care plans and documentation
• Promoting a safe, calm and positive environment
• Encouraging resident engagement and wellbeing

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Person-centred care

Medication admin

Documentation

Safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Nurse Seekers is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for a luxury retirement home in Braintree, Essex. This full-time role offers day or night shifts with paid breaks and a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centred care to residents.

You will lead and mentor the care team, support residents with daily living needs, and help maintain accurate care plans. Training and development are provided to enhance skills and career progression.