Senior Care Assistant
Be part of something special at The Bridge Care Home, Dartford's new luxury care community.
We're seeking compassionate, experienced Senior Care Assistants (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care) who want to grow their careers in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN UK
What's in it for you?
- Health insurance cover
- Mental Health insurance cover
- Company events
- Company pension
- wellbeing programme
- Free uniform
- Free Meals whilst on duty
- Referral programme
Our work environment includes:
- Modern setting
- Food provided
- Wellness programmes
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment
- Lively atmosphere
Key Challenges
To supervise and support the care team, ensuring that The home's values of trust, respect and care are always maintained and that each team member treats residents in the way that they would expect to be treated themselves.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
- Oversee daily care standards, addressing performance issues and maintaining best practice.
- Develop, implement, and review individual care plans.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, and Care Standards regulations.
- Supervise care delivery, identify training needs, and assist in staff development.
- Provide hands-on care and cover shifts when required.
- Maintain excellent hygiene and infection control standards.
- Accurately manage care records and liaise with residents, families, and professionals.
- Administer and record medication safely, ensuring stock control and compliance.
- Protect resident confidentiality and dignity at all times.
- Contribute to team meetings, staff inductions, and supervision sessions.
- Report absences, incidents, and key updates promptly and accurately.
- Deputise for the Deputy Manager when required.
About you
- Mandatory training is up to date.
- Personal accountability for own training and development needs.
- Person Specification
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- A warm and friendly disposition.
- Good communication skills, able to put others at ease.
- A strong team worker.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Willingness to develop new skills.
- Health and social care Level 3
At least 2 years experience in this role, in a residential care home for older people.
About us
The Bridge Care Home in Dartford is a new state-of-the-art, purpose-built luxury care home opened in January 2024.
We believe everyone deserves a touch of luxury and are dedicated to making every resident's stay truly special.
Our vision is to redefine luxury care through personalised wellbeing, expert dementia support, innovative technology, and an exceptional team of carers.
We offer an all-inclusive care package - from accommodation and meals to tailored care and engaging activities - giving residents peace of mind and a richer quality of life.
At The Bridge, luxury living means comfort, joy, and holistic wellbeing every day.
Job Summary
07:45hrs - 20:00hrs 4 days on week 1 and 3 days on week 2, this averages out to 42.87 hrs a week, we pay a rate of £14.88 per hour.
Shifts 07.45-8pm if Day senior
4 days week 1 & 3 days week 2 to include every other weekend
- Start: ASAP
- Duration: Permanent
- Rate: £14.88 - 14.88 per hour
- Location: Swanscombe, Kent, England
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Other
- Recruiter: Hiring People
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: online-4207
- Posted: 2025-11-13 16:58:33 -
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