Senior Carer

Crooton; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a Senior Care Assistant in Chippenham. The successful candidate will supervise a team of Care Assistants and support clinical activities, ensuring high-quality, personalised care. Ideal candidates should have experience in care settings and a compassionate approach. The role offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and clear career progression.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Free training and development opportunities

Access to wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Unlimited ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in senior care, supporting clinical teams.
• Creating a warm and vibrant environment for residents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspire a team of Care Assistants.
• Support the clinical team with medication and care plans.
• Ensure dignity and wellbeing of residents.

Skills

Experience as a Senior Carer in a Care Home

Strong knowledge of clinical care for the elderly

Compassionate and warm-hearted

Strong teamwork and leadership skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Senior Carer - Care Home
Location: Chippenham, SN14 6UZ
Hours: 24, 36 or 48 hours per week (12 hour shifts)
Pay: £14.61 per hour

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You’ll:

• Supervise and inspire a team of Care Assistants, working alongside the Deputy General Manager
• Support the clinical team in areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, and reviews
• Ensure residents’ dignity, preferences, and wellbeing are always respected
• Help create a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment for residents and colleagues

Essential Criteria

• Experience as a Senior Carer in a Care Home
• Strong knowledge of clinical care for the elderly
• Compassionate, warm-hearted, and committed to personalised care
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills

Desirable Criteria

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay rates plus sector-leading benefits
• Free training and development opportunities for all roles
• Access to wellbeing and support tools
• Retail discounts and savings
• Unlimited ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme
• Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards
• Clear career progression – many Senior Carers move into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles

Interested?

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