Senior Care Assistant

Senior Care AssistantAre you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.From 13.54 to 15.94 per hour42 hours per week, including alternate weekends (including paid breaks) At Colten Care we are proud to offer career development opportunities, and a range of pay enhancements across our roles. Contact us to find out more IntroductionWere looking for a Senior Care Lead to join our team and become a valued part of day-to-day life in our home, Avon Reach in Christchurch, Dorset.Youll work closely with our Nursing team, playing a leading role in the administration of medicines, care planning, infection control, and assisting with the training and supervision of new staff.Youll build lasting relationships with our residents and make a meaningful difference to their health and well-being every day, assisting them to lead a fulfilled life.About YouCompassion is in your nature. Youre able to lead with a can-do attitude and great communication skills. Youll enjoy being a positive role model for your colleagues.Youre a team player, willing to be hands-on with residents and help them whenever needed. Youre organised, hard-working, and resilient, with good observation skills, attention to detail and a sense of fun.Youll have at least two years of experience working within adult care, ideally within a similar role, and be qualified for NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care.About Colten CareWere an award-winning, family-owned, independent care home group, with an outstanding reputation in the industry. This is due to our amazing people and our focus on keeping the resident at the heart of everything we do.We strive to be the best we can hence why all 21 of our nursing homes are rated at least good and 7 are outstanding by the CQC, our national regulator.If a career in elderly care is for you then you want to be part of the team at Colten Care.BenefitsAdditional hours/overtime opportunities available to suit your circumstancesPaid breaks and free meals on dutyFree uniformsOpportunities for career advancement to Trainee Nurse Associate, Nurse and beyondHands-on practical training.TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-07-19