Senior Health Care Assistant

Purosearch; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Cheadle Hulme. This role involves leading a team, creating care plans, and supporting residents with individualized care. Ideal candidates will have prior care experience and an NVQ Level 2. The position offers competitive pay at £14.43 per hour, flexible hours, and excellent benefits including training opportunities and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

28 days holiday

Free meals during shifts

Discounts for high street shops

Free uniforms

Paid DBS check

Refer a Friend Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Long-term sick pay

Life assurance

Pension plan

Fully-funded training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care role is required.
• NVQ Level 2 in Care (or equivalent) is necessary.
• Enjoy mentoring and motivating others.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
• Lead and coach a team of Care Assistants.
• Create and deliver personalised support plans.
• Administer medication safely and effectively.

Skills

Experience in a care role

Mentoring and motivating others

Passion for individualised care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant - £14.43 per hour

Location: Cheadle Hulme | Hours: 8am-8pm, rolling rota (3 on, 3 off)

Recruitment Opportunity

Apply on behalf of a leading care provider!

I am currently recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant role on behalf of a professional care provider. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference in the lives of residents, while enjoying excellent benefits and career progression.

Why Youl Love This Role

• Competitive hourly pay well above industry standard, plus overtime bonuses
• 28 days holiday (plus an extra day for your birthday after 1 year)
• Free meals during your shift
• Access to My Hub for discounts on high street shops, supermarkets, and restaurants
• Free uniforms and paid DBS check
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £375 when your referral joins the team
• Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling and financial advice
• Long-term sick pay, life assurance, and a pension plan
• Fully-funded training for nationally recognised qualifications
• Career progression opportunities in a supportive, growing organisation

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents, supporting them like family. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coaching a team of Care Assistants
• Creating and delivering personalised support plans
• Administering medication safely and effectively
• Flexibility matters—let us know your preferred hours, and we will do our best to accommodate

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience in a care role
• Hold an NVQ Level 2 in Care (or equivalent)
• Enjoy mentoring and motivating others
• Share a passion for individualised care and making a real difference every day

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your care career, please get in touch to apply