Senior Care Assistant
Location: Heathercliffe Care Home
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £13.15 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
About Us
Heathercliffe Care Home is a well-established, residential dementia care home providing high-quality, person-centred care for up to 21 residents. We are proud of our experienced and dedicated team and our Good CQC rating, striving to provide a safe, welcoming, and homely environment where residents can live with dignity, independence, and respect.
The Role
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about dementia care and committed to delivering the highest standards of care while supporting and leading staff on shift.
As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring residents receive safe, effective, and person-centred care, whilst promoting their wellbeing and maintaining the highest professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the care team during each shift.
- Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to residents living with dementia.
- Administer medication safely and accurately in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Complete care documentation and maintain accurate records.
- Support residents with personal care whilst promoting dignity, choice, and independence.
- Communicate effectively with residents, relatives, healthcare professionals, and colleagues.
- Report concerns and contribute to maintaining a safe and positive environment.
- Act as a role model, supporting and mentoring care staff where appropriate.
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Have previous experience working as a Senior Care Assistant within a residential or dementia care setting.
- Be compassionate, caring, reliable, and professional.
- Demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Have a positive attitude and a genuine passion for providing outstanding care.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 1 year's experience in a Senior Care Assistant or supervisory care role.
- Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication Certificate (essential).
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexibility to work a rota that includes weekends and bank holidays as required.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate from £13.15 per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- Free on-site parking.
- Free or discounted meals during shifts.
- Company events.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- A supportive management team and friendly working environment.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of people living with dementia.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Senior Care Assistant looking to join a supportive team that is committed to delivering exceptional dementia care, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Turner, Rebecca Neal, or Harriet.
Heathercliffe Care Home is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and proof of the right to work in the UK.
Salary: Dependant on experience and qualifications- to be discussed at interview
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.15 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
Experience:
- Senior care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- level 2 safe handling of medication certificate (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
