Senior Care Assistant

Richmond Villages; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Sutton Coldfield is looking for a Senior Care Assistant. You will be responsible for supervising a team, assisting with clinical duties, and building strong relationships with residents. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ3 in care or be working towards it, with a passion for enhancing the lives of others. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including free healthcare support and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Free 24/7 healthcare support

Annual healthcare allowance

Early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Free meal on every shift

Interest-free travel loan

Access to gym discounts

Qualifications

• Completed or working towards an NVQ3 in care.
• Motivated and positive team player.
• Previous experience in care roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a care unit.
• Assist nurses with medication and care plans.
• Train and support new staff members.
• Build relationships with residents and families.
• Assist residents with personal care tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team motivation

Clinical support

Education

NVQ3 in care

Job description

Job Description

Senior Care Assistant

Aston Court Care Home, Little Aston Hall Drive, Little Aston, Sutton Coldfield, B74 3BF

Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.7/10

Salary: £12.40 – £14.01 per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Contract: Permanent. Shift pattern will include alternate weekends.

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.

As a Senior Care Assistant, we understand how crucial your role is to our home. Not only do you drive a team of Care Assistants that deliver high quality, personal care to our residents, you also inspire, develop, and nurture them to be their best every day. We'll train you on all aspects of digital care, which is transforming how we work, making things easier and letting you focus on clinical excellence and care for our residents. As healthcare experts for over 75 years, we're committed to continually training you in the clinical and social care developments you need and surrounding you with some of the best people in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day responsibility for running a unit
• Supporting clinical duties, including assisting the nurse to observe, issue medication, review care plans, and accurate record keeping
• Driving and managing a team of Care Assistants, including responsible for all shift handovers of the teams
• Helping with training and supervision of new staff members so 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

Qualifications

• Completed or working towards an NVQ3 in care. We are happy to support you in the completion of your qualification if needed.
• Motivated, positive, with great interpersonal skills, enjoying work in a close‑knit team.
• Previous experience in the role and knowledge of its rewards and challenges, with a passion for making a real difference to people's lives, giving them the kindness, personalised support and dignity they need.

Benefits

• My Healthcare – Free 24/7 support, advice, and treatment, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support.
• Annual allowance to redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, approximately £350.
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes.
• 28 days holiday.
• Additional sick pay scheme beyond statutory sick pay.
• Long service rewards – ecards, extra holidays and money at milestones.
• Free meal on every shift.
• Interest‑free annual travel loan to purchase public transport season tickets.
• Range of Bupa pension plans – find out more on our career site.
• Parental leave – schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents.
• Menopause Plan – designed to empower women to seek advice, choose treatment and take control of their health.
• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.

EEO Statement

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role and ensure fair treatment and reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.