Senior Healthcare Assistant

Senior Healthcare Assistant

Braintree
£14.50 per hour (Mon–Fri) | £15.50 per hour (Sat–Sun)
5* Care Home

WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and compassionate Senior Healthcare Assistant to join a well-established 5* care home in Braintree. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring professional with leadership experience to make a real difference in residents’ lives.

About You

You are a caring person with a positive, can-do attitude. You already have experience supporting older people, ideally including those living with dementia. You are confident leading a care team and act as a champion for the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of residents.

You will also have:

• A Level 3 Diploma or NVQ in Health and Social Care
• A good understanding of care planning
• Experience administering medication in line with policies and procedures
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with GPs and other healthcare professionals
• A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care

To you, caring is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to use your compassion and skills to make a real difference every day.

Your Role

As a key member of the care team, you will:

• Put residents at the heart of everything you do
• Deliver high-quality care in a safe and dignified manner
• Lead by example, supporting and inspiring your team
• Administer medication in accordance with company policies
• Liaise with GPs and healthcare professionals to ensure residents receive appropriate medical care
• Contribute positively to the success of the home as part of a close-knit, friendly team

You will use your initiative and experience to help maintain exceptional standards within the home.

What’s on Offer

As a Senior Care Assistant, you can look forward to:

• ? Weekly pay
• ? Quality training and development opportunities
• ? Fast-track career progression
• ? Flexible hours – days, nights, and weekend shifts available
• ? Bank holiday enhancements
• ? Free uniform
• ? Refer-a-friend scheme
• ? 24/7 on-call support team
• ? Local interviews
• ? Opportunities across a variety of care settings

Compliance Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to provide:

• Two professional references (one from your current or most recent employer)
• An Enhanced DBS Disclosure

If you are an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant looking to join a high-quality care home where your skills and compassion are truly valued, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £14.50-£15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 12 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person