Location: Wiltshire
Salary: £37,440 Per Annum + Benefits
Hours: Full Time – Days Only

About the Home

Avon Search is currently recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader on behalf of a well-established nursing and dementia care home set within the beautiful Wiltshire countryside.

Part of a respected charitable care foundation based in Hampshire, this welcoming service is committed to enriching the lives of older people through exceptional care, compassion, and community values. The organisation has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality care and investing in both its residents and employees.

The home benefits from an Outstanding CQC rating, providing high-quality nursing, dementia, respite, and end-of-life care for up to 44 residents within a warm, family-focused environment. Designed to promote comfort, independence, and wellbeing, the service offers spacious accommodation, bright communal areas, and beautifully maintained gardens, creating a peaceful setting for both residents and staff.

The service has an excellent reputation for delivering person-centred care and is supported by a dedicated team committed to ensuring residents enjoy fulfilling and meaningful lives. Residents benefit from a varied wellbeing programme, nutritious home-cooked meals, and a supportive atmosphere where dignity, respect, and individuality are at the heart of everything they do.

Features of the Home

• Specialist nursing and dementia luxury care home
• Comfortable, spacious living environments
• Beautiful landscaped gardens and sensory outdoor spaces
• Engaging activities and wellbeing programmes
• Nutritious, freshly prepared meals tailored to individual preferences
• Friendly, supportive, and community-focused atmosphere
• Backing of an established charitable care organisation
• Strong emphasis on person-centred care and resident wellbeing

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant / Team Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of outstanding care while providing leadership and guidance to the care team during day shifts.

Working closely with residents, families, nurses, and colleagues, you will help maintain high standards of care, ensuring residents receive compassionate support tailored to their individual needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting care staff during day shifts
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Assisting residents with personal care and daily living activities
• Supporting medication administration and monitoring
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
• Promoting a safe, positive, and welcoming environment
• Supporting residents’ wellbeing, independence, and engagement
• Acting as a role model and mentor for the wider care team

About You

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader, or similar role within a nursing, residential, or dementia care setting
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care desirable
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia
• Medication administration experience desirable
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Compassionate, proactive, and team-focused approach
• Passionate about delivering outstanding care and enhancing residents’ quality of life

Benefits & Incentives

As part of a respected non-profit charitable foundation, you’ll be joining an organisation that genuinely invests in both its residents and its people.

• £37,440 per annum
• Full Time Permanent – Days Only
• +10% enhancement for weekend shifts
• +10% enhancement for night shifts (where applicable)
• +20% enhancement for Bank Holiday working
• +80% enhancement for Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day
• Fully funded CHaPs (Care Home Assistant Practitioner) Programme
• Fully funded Leadership & Management training
• Ongoing professional development and excellent career progression opportunities
• Supportive management team and friendly working environment
• Beautiful, welcoming residential care home
• The opportunity to work for a respected non-profit charitable foundation that puts people before profit
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of residents every day

To Apply

For more information or to apply, please contact Lauren at Avon Search on 01789 867181 or email Lauren@avonsearch.co.uk.