Senior Care Assistant

La Fontana Care Home, located on the outskirts of Martock, seeks a Senior Care Assistant to join its dedicated team on a full-time basis, offering a salary between £12.75 and £13.00 per hour. This role involves leading a team to provide exceptional care for residents, particularly those with dementia, while fostering a supportive environment. Responsibilities include coordinating shifts, assisting residents with daily activities, managing medication, and maintaining effective communication. Candidates should possess an SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and demonstrate strong leadership and compassionate qualities. The position offers various benefits, including pension and annual leave.

Senior Care Assistant Care and Support
– La Fontana Care Home Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.75-£13.00 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 34.5 La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home is nestled on the outskirts of Martock, surrounded by the stunning Somerset countryside.

This innovative, purpose-built home provides specialist Dementia and Nursing care for up to 76 residents.

As Senior Healthcare Assistant, you’ll play a key role in leading our care team, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care, and creating a warm, supportive environment.

You’ll coordinate shifts, lead by example, and be responsible for the performance of your team during each shift.

Your leadership will help us maintain a caring, efficient, and positive atmosphere in our home.

What You’ll Do Lead and Coordinate: Ensure all staff contribute to the smooth running of the home and create the right atmosphere.

Resident Support: Assist residents with dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility, always prioritizing their dignity and independence.

Medication Management: Oversee the ordering, administration, and documentation of medication, maintaining accurate records.

Effective Communication: Engage with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members to ensure clear, compassionate communication.

Team Collaboration: Foster a team ethos, respecting diversity and promoting a supportive environment for all staff.

Visitor Interaction: Welcome visitors and show prospective residents and families around the home’s facilities.

Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency call bells, assess situations, and provide or call for assistance as needed.

Documentation: Write and update care plans, risk assessments, and case notes, ensuring they reflect residents’ needs and wishes.

Professional Development: Participate in staff meetings, training, and e-learning, taking responsibility for your own growth and development.

Health and Safety: Be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH, and escalate concerns to management.

What We’re Looking For Qualifications: SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is essential.

Medication Training: Practical Medication Administration with competencies is required.

Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, delegating tasks effectively while maintaining a supportive environment.

Compassionate Nature: A kind, caring, and compassionate personality with a sense of fun and a commitment to person-centred care.

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 100 homes across the UK.

We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

We are driven by the five core values that define the Care Concern Group: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care.

If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you’re ready to embrace a new challenge and use your skills to lead and inspire a team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and make a difference.

34.5 hours per week Pension Onsite Parking Additional £2 per hour overtime Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)