Senior Care Worker - EX12 2LE

Proud to Care South West; Seaton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Care Worker to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and mentor new staff. You will be responsible for liaising with healthcare professionals and supporting business growth through client engagement. The ideal candidate has experience in domiciliary care and holds a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care. The role requires a full UK driving license and involves 37.5 hours of work weekly, with associated benefits including mileage compensation.

Benefits

Mileage paid at 30p per mile

Payment for on-call duties

Qualifications

• Experience working in domiciliary care or a similar care setting.
• Confidence in liaising with professionals and families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with individual care plans.
• Support new care staff through mentoring and guidance.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary professionals for coordinated care.

Skills

Experience in domiciliary care

Confidence in liaising with professionals

Ability to mentor colleagues

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

(Domiciliary Care)

NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE

Reports to:Deputy Manager / Registered Manager
Location:Community-based
Hours:37.5 hours per week – 07:00hrs to 15:15hrs (45 mins unpaid break), Monday to Friday.You shall also be required to participate in the out of hours on-call rota. You will receive a payment of £183.00 for each week during which you are on call, which will be no more than 15 hours each week.

Mileage paid at 30p per mile.

Role Purpose

The Senior Care Worker plays a key frontline leadership role within the domiciliary care service. Alongside delivering high-quality, person-centred care, the post holder will support and mentor care staff, contribute to quality assurance processes, complete care plan assessments, and liaise with health and social care professionals to ensure coordinated, effective care.

The role also involves meeting prospective private clients and their families, acting as a positive ambassador for the service and supporting business growth through professional, compassionate engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Care Delivery

Deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with individual care plans, risk assessments, and company policies
Promote dignity, independence, and choice at all times
Accurately complete care notes and records in a timely manner

Work Shadowing & Mentoring

Support new care staff throughwork shadowing, mentoring, and on-the-job guidance
Act as a positive role model for best practice, professionalism, and values
Provide constructive feedback to support staff development and confidence

Quality & Audits

Respond to audit findings and support improvements in care delivery
Work collaboratively with management to address any identified shortfalls
Promote good record keeping and compliance with policies and procedures

Care Plan Assessments & Reviews

Carry outcare plan assessments and reviews, gathering accurate and person-centred information
Identify changes in needs and escalare concerns appropriately
Ensure care plans remain accurate, relevant, and reflective of current needs

MDT & Professional Liaison

Liaise withmultidisciplinary professionalsincluding GPs, district nurses, therapists, social workers, and other health and social care colleagues
Communicate relevant information to the wider care team to ensure coordinated care delivery
Contribute to reviews, updates, and shared decision-making where appropriate

Private Clients & Business Development

Meet prospective private clients and their families to discuss care needs and services
Represent the organisation professionally, acting as afrontline ambassador and sales representativefor the service
Build trust and confidence through clear communication, empathy, and knowledge of the service
Feedback client needs, preferences, and opportunities to management

Skills & Experience

Experience working indomiciliary careor a similar care setting
Confidence in liaising with professionals and families
Ability to mentor and support colleagues
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Good organisational and time-management skills

Qualifications

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards) – desirable
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle – essential

Personal Attributes

Compassionate, professional, and reliable
Confident and approachable
Values-led with a strong commitment to quality and person-centred care

Does the job role include personal care?: Yes

Working Patterns:

37.5 hours per week