Senior Care Assistant

Job summary

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant (Days)
Location: Harbour Manor Care Home, Felixstowe, Suffolk
Salary: £14.86 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Patterns – 08.00am until 20.00pm on a 3 Days On, 3 Days Off (Rolling Rota)

Join Our Journey at Harbour Manor – Danforth Care Homes

At Danforth Care Homes, we believe that great care starts with a great team. We are passionate about creating luxurious, nurturing environments for our residents—and equally committed to supporting and celebrating our dedicated team members.

As an outstanding CQC provider, we’re looking to increase our team as we progress with new residents moving into our luxury purpose-built home.

Due to recent changes within the home, we are now recruiting for Day Senior Care Assistants to join our established and existing team at Harbour Manor, in Felixstowe, Suffolk.

We don’t just care for others—we care for you too. With comprehensive training, staff benefits, and a supportive environment, you’ll feel empowered and proud of the work you do.

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll take the lead in guiding and supporting a team of Care Assistants, ensuring that exceptional standards of care are maintained throughout your shift. This is a hands-on, people-first role with responsibilities that include:

• Overseeing the smooth running of your allocated floor
• Administering and managing medication
• Reviewing and updating residents’ care plans
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced staff
• Conducting staff supervisions and return-to-work discussions

You will be the senior team member on duty, ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care at all times.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for passionate, caring individuals who are proud of their role in helping others. You should have:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it)
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a supervisory role (preferred)
• At least 1 years’ experience in providing care (preferred)
• A desire to lead by example and make a real difference
• Commitment to ongoing personal development

What We Offer

We value our team and invest in their success. You’ll benefit from:

• £14.86 per hour – with paid breaks
• A permanent contract
• Rolling rota (3 on / 3 off), averaging 42 hours per week – this is a requirement and must offer flexibility to work Monday to Sunday!
• Fully funded enhanced DBS check
• Fully funded uniform
• NVQ qualification support
• Bank holiday pay rate
• Company pension scheme
• Referral programme
• Employee benefits programme (discounts, counselling, and more)
• Monthly staff recognition
• On-site parking
• Free or discounted food
• Full induction programme and ongoing training
• Company events
• Uniform provided
• No upfront DBS cost

WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE

If you’re seeking a meaningful role with a forward-thinking care provider, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team where you’re valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Referral programme