Senior Care Assistant

**Senior Care Assistant – Job Overview**

We are seeking a **dedicated, experienced, and compassionate Senior Care Assistant** to join our team within a reputable care home.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate **strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care**.

This role involves supervising care staff, supporting the development and delivery of care plans, and ensuring the **highest standards of resident wellbeing, dignity, and safety** are consistently maintained.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a **meaningful difference in residents’ lives** while working within a supportive and professional environment.

**Key Responsibilities**

– Supervise and support care staff to deliver **high-quality, person-centred care**
– Assist in the **development, review, and implementation of personalised care plans**
– Provide direct personal care, ensuring residents’ **dignity, privacy, and independence** are respected
– Monitor residents’ **health and wellbeing**, reporting and escalating concerns appropriately
– Lead by example in maintaining a **safe, clean, and welcoming environment**
– Communicate effectively with **residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams**
– Organise and participate in **team meetings, training sessions, and continuous professional development**
– Ensure compliance with **health & safety regulations, safeguarding, and company policies**
– Support and mentor new staff, contributing to a **positive and cohesive team culture**

**Requirements**

– **Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) – Essential**
– Minimum **1 year experience** working within a care home or senior care setting
– Previous **supervisory experience** with the ability to lead and motivate a team
– Strong understanding of:
– Care planning
– Safeguarding procedures
– Relevant legislation and best practice
– Good **IT literacy** for documentation, reporting, and communication
– A **compassionate, professional, and resident-focused approach**
– Ability to work effectively **independently and as part of a team**
– A **driving licence is desirable** for community engagement activities

**About the Role**

This role is central to maintaining **exceptional standards of care**, while fostering a **warm, respectful, and supportive environment** for our residents.

We are looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about **making a positive impact in senior care** and contributing to a culture of **continuous improvement and excellence**.

Sponsorship

Unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Pay: £13.25-£14.25 per hour

Benefits:

– Company events
– Company pension
– Employee discount
– Free parking
– Paid training

Ability to commute/relocate:

– Malvern WR14 3AY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

– Are you able to work 34.5 hours a week on a zero hour contract ?

Experience:

– Senior care: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

– UK driver Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

– United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person