Senior Care Assistant

Job description

About the Company

We are hiring an experienced Senior Care Assistant for a well‑established elderly care home in Garforth, Leeds.

About the Role

This role is ideal for a Senior Care Assistant with care home experience who is confident leading shifts and delivering high‑quality elderly care.

Responsibilities

• Provide person‑centred elderly care
• Lead and support Care Assistants on shift
• Complete care plans and risk assessments
• Monitor resident wellbeing and escalate concerns
• Support medication administration
• Ensure CQC compliance and care standards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Care Assistant
• Care home background (elderly care essential)
• Level 2 Health & Social Care
• Good leadership and communication skills
• (Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards)

Required Skills

Experience as a Senior Care Assistant, care home background, good leadership and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

Level 3 Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards it.

Pay range and compensation package

£13.90–£14.45 per hour, competitive hourly pay with weekend uplift, fixed 2‑week rota (includes alternate weekends).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Apply today if you are a Senior Care Assistant looking for a secure role in elderly care in Leeds or Garforth.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-04-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

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