Posted 18 August 2026Caldene Rest Home

Senior Care Assistant

Caldene Rest Home
West Midlands

Job details

  • Salary£13.50 per hour
  • RoleSenior Carer / Head of Care / Team Leader
  • HoursFull Time
  • LocationWest Bromwich, West Midlands
  • Job ReferenceCal-SCA

Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our dedicated team at Caldene Rest Home.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and supporting colleagues to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents.

Two vacancies are available, one is to work day shifts and one to work nights.

Caldene Rest Home is a 27-bed residential care home in West Bromwich, B70, providing specialist care and support for older adults and those living with dementia. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, homely environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Whether you are an experienced Senior Care Assistant seeking a new challenge or ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Position Details: - We have two opportunities to join our team, working days or nights.

  • Schedule: Rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays.

  • Rate of pay: Up to £13.50 per hour

  • Shift times: 08:00-20:00 or 20:00-08:00

  • Location: West Bromwich, B70

  • Required: Completed or working towards NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.

  • We are unable to offer sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and support the care team, providing guidance and leadership to ensure high-quality care

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of care plans and involvement, where appropriate, in care reviews.

  • Ensure the safe storage, documentation and administration of medication is carried out in accordance with guidelines and training.

  • Support residents with daily activities such as personal hygiene, mobility, medication management, and nutrition

  • Monitor residents’ health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns

  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the care environment

  • Maintain accurate documentation of care provided

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while working within a supportive team.

Ready to apply? If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter for consideration.

Cover letter:  To help us consider travel times, please let us know your method of travel to work, and note your preferred contact availability. We are unable to offer sponsorship, if applicable, please note your current visa type.

All positions are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually. We appreciate and thank you for taking the time to apply.

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