We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our dedicated team in providing high-quality care to residents in our care home. This role involves both hands-on care and leadership responsibilities, ensuring that residents receive person-centred support in a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment.

• Deliver personal care and support to residents, including assistance with bathing, dressing, mobility, and meals
• Administer medication in accordance with care plans and regulatory guidelines
• Supervise and mentor junior care staff, providing guidance and support
• Monitor residents’ health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns to senior management or healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate records of care, medication, and incidents
• Promote dignity, independence, and choice for all residents
• Support the development and implementation of individual care plans
• Assist with admissions, assessments, and family liaison as needed
• Uphold safeguarding standards and contribute to a positive care culture
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) or working towards.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a care setting, ideally with supervisory duties
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead by example and motivate a team
• Understanding of CQC standards and care home regulations
• Medication administration training (preferred)
• A caring, patient, and empathetic nature
• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
• Opportunities for career progression within the care home

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £12.80 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Medication administration: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Location:

• Blackburn BB1 9HU (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NAT

• Deliver personal care and support to residents, including assistance with bathing, dressing, mobility, and meals
• Administer medication in accordance with care plans and regulatory guidelines
• Supervise and mentor junior care staff, providing guidance and support
• Monitor residents’ health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns to senior management or healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate records of care, medication, and incidents
• Promote dignity, independence, and choice for all residents
• Support the development and implementation of individual care plans
• Assist with admissions, assessments, and family liaison as needed
• Uphold safeguarding standards and contribute to a positive care culture
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) or working towards.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a care setting, ideally with supervisory duties
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead by example and motivate a team
• Understanding of CQC standards and care home regulations
• Medication administration training (preferred)
• A caring, patient, and empathetic nature
• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
• Opportunities for career progression within the care hom