Senior Care Days

oin the caring and professional team at Scalford Court Care Home, now under new management and ownership. We are committed to providing the very best care — delivered with compassion, respect, and dignity — in a friendly and supportive environment where residents and staff feel valued.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate (£12.50 – £13.50)

Subsidised meals while on shift

Free on-site parking

Paid induction and ongoing training

Career development and NVQ progression opportunities

Supportive and approachable management team

Please note: we do not offer sponsorship for this role

Position: Senior Care Assistant – Days

Responsible to: Care Manager

Purpose of the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant (Days), you'll play a key leadership role in ensuring residents receive high-quality, person-centred care that meets their individual needs and preferences. You'll lead by example, supervising care staff, managing care plans, administering medication, and liaising with healthcare professionals to promote residents' health and wellbeing.

You'll champion a person-centred approach — recognising every resident as an individual and supporting them to live with dignity, independence, and purpose.

Main Responsibilities

Care & Supervision:

• Support the Manager and take charge of the home in their absence.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately in line with company policy.
• Liaise with GPs, district nurses, SALT teams, and other healthcare professionals.
• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care that promotes dignity, respect, and independence.
• Lead, guide, and motivate care staff, setting a positive example of best practice.
• Supervise the daily delivery of care to ensure residents' individual needs are fully met.
• Engage with residents in meaningful, person-centred activities that enhance wellbeing.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Care Planning:

• Contribute to the creation, review, and continuous improvement of individualised care plans.
• Ensure all care is planned and delivered in a person-centred way, reflecting each resident's choices, values, and lifestyle preferences.
• Accurately record residents' needs, progress, and changes in condition.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and professionals to keep care plans current and relevant.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with company and regulatory standards.

Teamwork & Training:

• Support and supervise care staff, offering guidance, feedback, and encouragement.
• Help train new team members through shadowing and ongoing mentorship.
• Attend all required training sessions and seek opportunities for further professional development.

Health & Safety:

• Follow all Health & Safety, Fire, and Infection Control procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents, or hazards immediately.
• Promote and maintain a culture of safety, professionalism, and respect within the home.

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

Required:

• Genuine interest and experience in working with older people or vulnerable adults
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
• Strong understanding of person-centred care planning and record-keeping
• Experience and/or qualification in the Safe Handling of Medicines
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to enrol and work towards it
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care
• Satisfactory DBS check

Apply Now

If you're a dedicated, caring professional looking to take the next step in your career — and want to work in a home that values person-centred care and staff development — we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person