Senior Care Assistant

Richmond Villages; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care provider in Bristol is seeking a Senior Care Assistant. This full-time position includes responsibilities such as assisting nursing staff, managing care teams, and providing personal care to residents. Ideal candidates should be working towards an NVQ3 in care and have previous experience in similar roles. The competitive salary ranges from £12.75 to £14.34 per hour, and the job includes various benefits such as healthcare access and generous holiday provisions.

Benefits

Free access to healthcare support

Annual allowance for Bupa products

Early access to wages

28 days holiday

Additional sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meal on every shift

Interest-free travel loan

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Completed or working towards an NVQ3 in care, we support completion if required.
• Motivated and enjoys working in a close-knit team.
• Previous experience in the role and a passion for making a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day responsibility for running a unit.
• Support with clinical duties and keeping accurate records.
• Manage a team of Care Assistants and assist with training.

Skills

NVQ3 in care

Interpersonal skills

Experience in care roles

Job description

Job Description

Senior Care Assistant

Druid Stoke Care Home, 31 Druid Stoke Ave, Bristol BS9 1DE

CQC rating: Good

Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.7/10

Salary £12.75 – £14.34 per hour depending on experience.

Contract: Permanent (full time).

Night shifts, including alternate weekends.

About Us

Bupa supports those who need it most. Our care homes deliver person‑centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help residents live their best lives. Since 1975 Bupa has been a healthcare expert committed to training staff in clinical and social care developments.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day responsibility for running a unit
• Support with clinical duties, including assisting the nurse to observe, issue medication, review care plans and keep accurate records
• Drive and manage a team of Care Assistants, responsible for all shift handovers
• Help with training and supervision of new staff members
• Build relationships with residents, their families and external teams such as GPs and district nurses
• Assist residents with a range of personal care duties

Key Skills / Qualifications

• Completed or working towards an NVQ3 in care (we support completion if required)
• Motivated, positive, with great interpersonal skills, enjoys working in a close‑knit team and pivotal in running a unit
• Previous experience in the role with knowledge of rewards and challenges, and a passion for making a real difference to people's lives

Benefits

• My Healthcare – free access to 24/7 support, advice and treatment, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
• Annual allowance of approximately £350 redeemable against Bupa products
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes
• 28 days holiday
• Additional sick pay scheme above statutory sick pay
• Long service rewards at every milestone
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport tickets
• Range of Bupa pension plans
• Parental leave (adoption, birth parents and co‑parents)
• Menopause Plan – tailored support for women
• Access to discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK

Why Bupa?

We are a health insurer and provider with no shareholders – our customers are our focus. Our people are driven by a shared purpose of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We empower our people to “Be you at Bupa”, champion diversity, and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Equal Opportunities

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role and will make reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process.

Time Type

Full time

Job Area

Care Home – Care support

Location

Druid Stoke, Bristol, United Kingdom