Senior Care Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Preston
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Social Care
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Passion for care Organisational skills Communication skills Time management Accountability Driving license Medication administration Care planning

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Care Assistant - Preston, South Ribble & Chorley (Drivers only)

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we are proud to make a remarkable difference in the lives of our clients every single day. Whether it’s helping someone wash and dress, preparing meals and drinks, supporting with household tasks, or administering essential medication, our team provides care that truly matters. Joining us means more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and independence to individuals while making a lasting positive impact in your community.

About the role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will make a huge difference throughout the company. You will provide the support, training, and mentoring to our fantastic care team members, whilst also providing high quality care to our clients. From writing care plans, completing risk assessments, providing on call assistance, you will support the management team to ensure the smooth and safe running of the business. But we don’t just want you to make a difference to others, we want to make a difference to you. We want you to be as successful as possible throughout your career here at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], and we will work in partnership with you to ensure this happens.

[Employer hidden] have got the balance right between supporting both clients and staff, the company is extremely supportive and I love my senior role – Sharon

What we can offer you

  • Up to £15.02 per hour & £29.20 on bank holidays
  • 45p per mile
  • Free DBS application (Ts&Cs apply)
  • Varied hourly contracts
  • Paid travel time
  • Up to double time on Bank holidays
  • Additional annual leave for length of service
  • Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
  • Fully funded qualifications in care
  • £350.00 refer a friend scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • And much more!

Shift patterns

  • 07.00-22.30 (15.5 hours)
  • 07.00-15.00 (8 hours)
  • 07.00-17.00 (10 hours)
  • 12.00-22.30 (10.5 hours)
  • 15.00-22.30 (7.5 hours)

*Alternate weekend working required*

The important bits

  • Passionate about making a difference
  • Organisational skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Punctual/Time Management
  • Accountability
  • Honest

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to being an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and ages of 18+. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in your application.

To find out more, visit our website - https://www.redrose-care.co.uk/

The pay range for this role is: 14.38 - 15.02 GBP per hour (Preston Office)

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