Senior Care Assistant

Richmond Villages; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Hull is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and manage daily operations. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ3 in care and relevant experience, focusing on delivering excellent resident care. This role includes a competitive salary, training opportunities, and various benefits, including healthcare support and flexible work options.

Benefits

Free meals each shift

28 days holiday

Interest-free annual travel loan

Access to health products

Parental leave and menopause plan

Qualifications

• Completed or working toward NVQ3 in care.
• Prior experience in a similar role is required.
• Passion for making a real difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of care assistants and manage daily operations.
• Issue medication, review care plans, and keep accurate records.
• Build relationships with residents and external teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented mindset

Motivation

Education

NVQ3 in care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant role at Richmond Villages

Location: Berkeley House Care Home, 2 Berkeley Court, Hull HU9 4UW

Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.8 / 10 (CQC rating: Good)

Salary: £12.40 - £14.01 per hour plus Excellent Bupa Benefits.

Contract: Permanent, full‑time and part‑time contracts available.

We Make Health Happen. Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person‑centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.

Job Description

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead a team of care assistants, manage daily operations, and inspire excellence in resident care. Training will cover new digital care technologies and ongoing clinical developments.

Your Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day responsibility for running a unit
• Issuing medication, reviewing care plans and accurate record keeping
• Leading and managing a team of Care Assistants, including responsibility for all shift handovers
• Helping with training and supervision of new staff members to ensure they feel welcomed and supported
• Building relationships with residents, their families and external teams such as GPs and District Nurses
• Assisting residents with a range of personal care duties

Key Skills / Qualifications

• Completed or working toward an NVQ3 in care; we support qualification completion if needed.
• Motivated, positive, with great interpersonal skills and a team‑oriented mindset.
• Prior experience in a similar role and a passion for making a real difference to people’s lives.

Benefits

• My Healthcare – Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment.
• Annual allowance (≈ £350) redeemable against Bupa health products.
• Wagestream – Early access to up to 40% of earned wages.
• 28 days holiday.
• Additional sick pay beyond statutory sick pay.
• Long service rewards at milestones.
• Free meals each shift.
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets.
• Bupa pension plans.
• Parental leave (adoption, birth, co‑parents).
  Menopause Plan.
• Discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities.

Why Bupa?

We are a health insurer and provider that keeps customers at the centre. Our purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives and make a better world. We champion diversity and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

If you require information regarding this role in an alternative format, please email: [e-mail]

Additional Details

Employment type: Full‑time

Job area: Care Home – Care support

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Location: Berkeley House

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