Senior Support Worker

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Workington, Cumbria area.You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This care home provides residential and dementia care for residents in purpose-built, en suite accommodation

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and be willing to complete Level 3As a Senior Care Assistant your key duties include:

You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well

Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing

You will administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

Passionate about caring for older people

Previous care experience

Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care

You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative

Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important

Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks will also be strengths

Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care then we'd love to hear from you

The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary up to £15.30 per hour and the annual salary up to £30,630.60 per annum.This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 38.5 hours a week working through Nights.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

Life assurance

A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases

Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications

Genuine career progression and development opportunities

Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice

Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support

Access to wellbeing resources

Recommend a friend scheme

Family friendly policies

Long service awards

Free uniform and DBS check

Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme

Healthcare scheme at competitive rates

Reference ID: 6615

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Workington

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

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