Acting Senior Care Assistant

Adeptcarehomes; CHESTERFIELD; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home in Chesterfield seeks an experienced Acting Senior Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred care and lead a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a senior care role and hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. The position offers a competitive rate of £12.88 per hour, a range of benefits including holiday pay, training, and discounts, all in a warm, supportive environment that prioritizes resident welfare.

Benefits

£12.88 per hour

Refer a friend scheme worth £250

Free Uniform & DBS provided

5.6 weeks holidays

Onsite car parking

Employee of the month award

Ongoing training and development

Pay Day Advance

Access to a Private GP

Access to Free Health & Wellbeing programs

Instore/Online discounts

Cycle2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior care role, preferably in a care home.
• Confident in leading a team and administering medication.
• Compassionate, reliable, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care in line with residents’ care plans.
• Supervise and support care staff to deliver excellent standards of care.
• Administer medication safely and accurately.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report any changes promptly.
• Maintain accurate care records and uphold confidentiality.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and families.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and infection control standards.

Skills

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Team leadership

Reliability

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Acting Senior Care Assistant (Days) | £12.88 per hour|44hrs per week|Shifts:7:00am to 7:00pm|The Old Vicarage Care Home, Clay Cross, Chesterfield

Our ActingSenior Care Assistants play an important role in our residents’ day-to-day lives. We see you as an extension of our residents’ families – treating them with the same kindness and compassion you would your own loved ones. You’ll ensure the highest levels of care are maintained, supporting residents with all aspects of daily living, while promoting dignity, independence, and happiness.

We’re looking for an experienced and caring ActingSenior Care Assistant to join our dedicated team at The Old Vicarage Care Home. If you’re passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care and want to work in a supportive, friendly environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care in line with residents’ care plans

• Supervise and support care staff to deliver excellent standards of care

• Administer medication safely and accurately

• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report any changes promptly

• Maintain accurate care records and uphold confidentiality

• Liaise with healthcare professionals and families

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and infection control standards

About You:

• Previous experience in a senior care role (care home experience preferred)

• NVQ Level 2in Health & Social Care

• Confident in leading a team and administering medication

• Compassionate, reliable, and professional

Why Join Us:

• £12.88 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme worth £250 (per referral)
• Free Uniform & DBS provided
• 5.6 weeks holidays
• Onsite car parking and close to local transport links
• Employee of the month award
• Warm, supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Pay Day Advance (Interest free loans up to £2,000 repayable up to 20 months)
• Enjoy personalised offers and discounts at 1000’s of big-name brands of your choice.
• Access to a Private GP
• Access to Free Health & Wellbeing programs, as well as the Employee Assistance Program
• Instore/Online discounts and gift cards at hundreds of participating retailers
• Cycle2Workscheme and many more

Apply now to join our caring team at The Old Vicarage Care Home – where we’re proud to be a superb place to live or work.