Senior Care Assistant - Residential

Senior Care Assistant - Residential

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At Healthcare Ireland, we are proud to introduce Loughside Care Village, our newest flagship development in the heart of Carrickfergus. More than a care facility, Loughside is a luxurious, state‑of‑the‑art living environment designed to enrich life for its 116 residents, setting a new benchmark in compassionate, expert‑led care.

Purpose‑built for people living with dementia, complex care needs, and those under mental health registration, Loughside offers a vibrant, village‑style community centred on dignity, independence, and wellbeing. Its thoughtful design encourages privacy, stimulation, and meaningful social connection for residents, families, and staff alike.

Loughside will be home to over 200 dedicated professionals delivering personalised care tailored to each individual. Commissioned in partnership with the Northern Health Trust and developed to meet the highest RQIA standards, it represents a bold step forward in transforming care in Northern Ireland.

The Senior Care Assistant role in our Homes is part of a dedicated team essential to the daily operations of the Home. In our Residential Homes and units, this is a leadership role, working closely with the care team to lead on shifts and manage medication.

Senior Care Assistants provide high quality care and support to our residents in a warm and safe environment. They play a crucial role in the delivery of care, working with the care team to provide leadership, guidance and hands‑on assistance, ensuring the residents receive personalised care that meets their individual needs and preferences. Our Senior Care Assistants also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion and advocacy for the rights and preferences of our residents.

• Provide direct care and support to residents with activities of daily living, including personal care and mobility in accordance with individual care plans and resident preferences.
• Observes and monitors the wellbeing of residents ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate.
• Monitors and allocates the work for care assistants.
• Develops and maintains a good professional relationship with residents, colleagues and visitors responding promptly and courteously to requests and enquiries.
• Responsibility for the administration and management of medication, medication audits and storage in line with regulatory requirements.
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values‑led culture
• Overtime available at an enhanced rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI
• NISCC reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms and PPE supplied
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

• Medications experience within care setting
• The Right to Work in the UK
• Educated to a minimum GCSE/NVQ 3 or above (or similar qualification) with a good standard of English
• Previous Care Experience

• Previous experience in care home setting
• Experience supervising staff

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture:
We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance. Our passionate, ever‑growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in peoples lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

• Retirement plan and/or pension
• Employee development programs
• Free parking
• Competitive salary
• Social opportunities
• Employee recognition scheme
• Culture of recognition
• On the job learning

Salary: £14.00 per hour