Senior Support Worker

Job description

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Nottingham area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers.

This is a fantastic, purpose-built care home in Nottingham, providing high-quality residential care and short stay respite care for residents at the home.

To be considered for this position you must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent or a willingness to work towards this.

Key Duties

Take temporary charge of the home during the absence of other senior colleagues, ensuring safe and effective day‐to‐day running

Lead, support and supervise care and ancillary staff, helping them reach required standards and develop their skills

Provide hands‐on care and health supervision to residents when required, always promoting dignity, privacy and choice

Support the Home Manager in meeting statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements, including record‐keeping and audits

Administer medication in line with the Medication Policy where delegated

Support care planning, key working and the development of meaningful activities that enhance residents' quality of life

Carry out or support regular 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals in line with policy

Promote good practice in health & safety, fire safety, food safety and infection prevention

Be flexible to cover care shifts, on‐call duties and occasional travel for meetings or training

Preferred and Beneficial Skills & Experience

Previous experience working in a care setting

Experience of leading a shift or deputising for a manager

Medication administration experience

Good IT skills, including use of email and basic office systems

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

The ability to lead, motivate and support a team

Sensitivity to the needs of older people and an inclusive approach to care

Salary & BenefitsThe successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £15.30 per hour. This exciting position is a permanent part time role for 22 hours a week on nights only. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro‐rota for part time)

A strong pension scheme and life assurance

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund

Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family‐friendly policies

Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app

A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear progression opportunities

Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

Reference ID: 7256

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk.

Talk to us - Jupiter Recruitment on WhatsApp. Our WhatsApp number is 07856209032.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sunderland

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English