Senior Care Assistant
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Chelmsford
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
Personalised care delivery
Medication administration
Dementia care
NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care
Team mentoring
Daily living support
Accurate record keeping
Compassionate communication
FULL DESCRIPTION
Senior Care Assistant
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £15.50 per hour
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
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About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a luxury, purpose-built care home that provides exceptional, person-centred care in a premium living environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join a warm, supportive team where residents are truly at the heart of everything. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality care while supporting and guiding junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver personalised care in line with individual care plans
- Support residents with daily living activities (mobility, nutrition, personal care)
- Administer medication (training provided if required)
- Support residents living with dementia and complex needs
- Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing at all times
- Support and mentor Care Assistants
- Monitor residents and escalate concerns appropriately
- Maintain accurate care records
About You
- Previous experience in a care setting (essential)
- NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (or equivalent) preferred
- Medication administration experience (or willingness to train)
- Compassionate, reliable, and professional approach
- Confident working as part of a team and supporting others
What’s on Offer
- Work within a luxury, high-quality care environment
- Supportive and friendly team culture
- Full training and development opportunities
- Career progression within a growing provider
- Competitive hourly pay
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and want to be part of a premium, resident-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
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