Senior Carer

Serencroft group.; Romford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus – up to £200!

Employee of the quarter rewards

Job summary

Serencroft Care Homes in Romford is seeking an experienced Senior Carer to lead personal care delivery at Gable Court. You will supervise shifts, mentor staff and ensure safety, dignity and patient-focused care within a supportive, multi-site group.

The role requires supervisory experience, a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or working towards it) and a willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Part-time hours with a competitive hourly rate are offered.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards).
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• Experience supervising care staff or a team is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of personal care to residents in line with individual care plans.
• Supervise, support and mentor care staff during shifts, providing clinical and practical guidance.
• Administer medication safely and accurately, in line with home policy and training.
• Carry out and review care plans and risk assessments, updating them as residents' needs change.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, escalating concerns to senior management or healthcare professionals promptly.
• Support the induction and training of new and junior care staff.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records in line with home procedures.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Promote residents' dignity, independence and choice in all aspects of their care.

Skills

Supervising others

Communication

Flexible attitude

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Serencroft Care Homes is an independent care provider operating five residential and nursing homes across England, including Gable Court in Romford. We are CQC-regulated and B Corp certified, and we work in partnership with NHS commissioners and local universities to provide high-quality, person-centred care. We're looking for an experienced, compassionate Senior Carer to help lead the delivery of high-quality care for the residents and staff who call Gable Court home.

Role Overview

As our Senior Carer, you'll take a lead role in delivering and coordinating personal care for residents at Gable Court, supervising and supporting care staff on shift. You'll help ensure the home meets health and safety standards — playing an important behind-the-scenes role in the comfort and wellbeing of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of personal care to residents in line with their individual care plans
• Supervise, support and mentor care staff during shifts, providing clinical and practical guidance
• Administer medication safely and accurately, in line with home policy and training
• Carry out and review care plans and risk assessments, updating them as residents' needs change
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, escalating any concerns to senior management or healthcare professionals promptly
• Support the induction and training of new and junior care staff
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records in line with home procedures
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times
• Promote residents' dignity, independence and choice in all aspects of their care

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Senior Carer or Health Care Assistant, with experience supervising others, is desirable
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards) is an advantage
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
• Confidence leading and supervising a care team
• Experience within a care home, healthcare or similarly regulated environment is desirable.
• Good communication skills and a flexible, can-do attitude.

What We Offer

• A varied, hands-on role within a supportive, values-led care home team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities within a multi-site care group
• Potential to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.
• A supportive value led team environment
• Refer a Friend bonus – up to £200!
• Employee of the quarter - opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events orpurchasing vouchers foramazing brands and so much more!

Serencroft Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of background.

Job Summary

Location: Romford

Role: Senior Carer

Salary: £13.75 per hour

Hours: 33 hours per week, part-time

Posted: 14 Sep 2026

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