Senior Care Assistant

Job information

  • Location: Weston-super-Mare, England
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Salary: £30,000
  • Published: April 30, 2026

Senior Care Assistant – Full Time (Days) – Nursing Home – AV1928A
Location: Central Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset
Pay: £30,201.60 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time – Days

About the Home

This well-established, family-owned nursing home in central Weston-super-Mare provides high-quality, compassionate care within a warm and supportive environment. As a standalone service with just 20 residents, the home offers a truly personal and close-knit setting where both residents and staff are genuinely valued.

Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, the home has built a strong reputation across North Somerset for delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care. Since opening in the mid-1990s, it has remained committed to its core values of dignity, respect, and compassion.

The small size of the service allows for a highly individualised approach, with each resident benefiting from bespoke care plans tailored to their health, wellbeing, and personal preferences. The home fosters a welcoming community where residents are supported to live fulfilling and independent lives wherever possible.

With a focus on creating a calm, respectful, and engaging environment, the team is dedicated to ensuring every resident feels safe, comfortable, and at home.

Life within the home includes:
• Person-centred care tailored to individual needs and preferences
• A friendly, family-oriented atmosphere
• Comfortable living spaces designed to promote wellbeing
• Opportunities for social engagement and meaningful daily experiences
• A stable, supportive care team

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of care while supporting and guiding the wider care team.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting care staff on shift
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Supporting residents with daily living needs in a dignified manner
• Administering medication (training provided if required)
• Maintaining accurate care plans and documentation
• Promoting a safe, calm, and positive environment
• Encouraging resident engagement, independence, and wellbeing

About You

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)
    • Previous experience in a senior care role within a nursing or care home (minimum of 3 years)
    • A compassionate, proactive, and team-focused approach
    • Strong communication and leadership skills
    • Medication training (desirable but not essential)
    • A genuine passion for delivering high-quality care

Benefits & Perks

  • £30,576.00 Per Annum
    • Full-time day shifts
    • Paid breaks
    • Ongoing training and development
    • Supportive, family-oriented team culture
    • Opportunity to join a small, well-run and respected service
    • A rewarding role where you can make a real difference

To Apply

Please contact Lauren on 01789 867181 or email Lauren@avonsearch.co.uk

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