Senior Care Assistant

Job summary

Senior Care Assistant Care and Support - Watford House Care Home Contract:Full TimeSalary:£12.94 Per HourShift Type:DaysContracted hours:36

Nestled in the beautiful High Peak, Watford House is a warm and welcoming 36-bed care home offering high-quality Residential, Dementia and Respite care. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, homely environment where residents feel valued and cared for every day.

We are now looking for an experienced and compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join our dedicated team. If you are ready to take the next step in your care career and lead by example, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact.

What we offer:

• £12.94 per hour
• 36 hours per week (day shifts)
• Paid Breaks, Paid DBS, pension, uniform, onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

Your role:
As Senior Care Assistant, you will lead and support your care team to deliver person-centred care with kindness and professionalism. You will manage shift coordination, medication administration, and care documentation while ensuring residents’ dignity, independence and well-being are always prioritised.

• What we are looking for:
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (Level 3 preferred or working towards it)
• Practical medication training with up-to-date competencies
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A compassionate, team-focused approach with a genuine passion for care
• Confidence in documentation, care planning and supporting junior staff

About us:
Watford House is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.