Senior Care Assistant

Role Overview

Senior Care Assistant tasked with delivering safe, high quality, person‑centred care for 36 residents in a residential home located in High Peak.

Contract: £13.71 per hour, 36 hours per week, alternate weekends.

Benefits: Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided and 5.6 weeks annual leave (full‑time equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of your shift, keeping care well organised and consistently delivered to a high standard.
• Provide hands‑on care to residents.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing, responding promptly to changes.
• Maintain accurate care records.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum); Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Competency in medication administration training.
• Experience supporting or leading a care team (beneficial).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Caring, compassionate and professional approach.

About the Home

Our residential home in High Peak offers high quality Residential, Respite and Dementia care for 36 residents.

We are committed to delivering high quality care within a supportive, rewarding workplace.

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