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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