Senior Care Assistant

Senior Care Assistant Residential Care Home (Newport)

Nurse Seekers are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established residential care home in Newport for an experienced Senior Care Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and motivated individual with strong leadership skills to join a supportive senior care team, delivering high-quality care to elderly residents.

Hours:

Average hours per week on a weekly rota

Alternate weekend working required

Shift patterns: 07 00 and 14 30

On-call responsibilities shared between the senior team

Pay Rates:

Weekdays: £13.70 per hour

Weekends: £15.34 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting the day-to-day running of the home alongside management

Leading, supervising, and supporting care staff on shift

Administering medication in line with policies and training

Ensuring high standards of person-centred care at all times

Acting as a point of contact for staff, residents, and families

Contributing to care planning, documentation, and compliance

Requirements:

Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or Team Leader

Medication trained

Proven experience within elderly residential care

QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or currently working towards this qualification

Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills

A genuine passion for providing high-quality care

This role would suit an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in their career within a stable and rewarding residential care setting.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Jack on (phone number removed) for further information.