Senior Care Assistant – Full Time (Days or Nights) – Luxury Retirement Home

Job information

  • Job type: Permanent
  • Salary: £34,345.00 per annum
  • Published: October 29, 2026

Set within three acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, this welcoming residential care home is housed in a stunning Grade II listed Georgian property, offering a peaceful and attractive setting for older people.

The home features 26 individually decorated bedrooms, furnished to a high standard in a charming country-living style. Privately owned, the service has been designed to provide a warm, comfortable, and caring environment where residents can enjoy a happy and fulfilling new chapter in their lives.

With a maximum capacity of 34 residents, the home prides itself on creating a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere where people feel valued, respected, and supported. The care philosophy centres on family values, compassion, and creating a genuine sense of belonging.

The beautiful gardens and homely surroundings provide an ideal setting for residents to relax, socialise, and enjoy their day-to-day lives while maintaining their independence and individuality.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and guiding the care team. You will help ensure residents receive compassionate support that promotes their dignity, independence, comfort, and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading, mentoring, and supporting care staff during your shift.
  • Delivering high-quality, person-centred residential care.
  • Assisting residents with personal care and daily living activities.
  • Supporting residents to maintain their independence and dignity.
  • Administering medication in line with policies and procedures, where trained and authorised.
  • Maintaining accurate care plans, records, and documentation.
  • Promoting a safe, comfortable, and positive living environment.
  • Building trusting relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.
  • Encouraging social interaction and supporting residents to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

About You

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Senior Care Assistant who shares the home’s family-focused approach and is committed to delivering excellent standards of care.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience in a senior care role within a residential care home.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to lead, motivate, and support colleagues.
  • A caring, patient, and understanding approach.
  • A commitment to promoting residents’ dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
  • Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.
  • An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one, where applicable.
  • Medication administration experience or training, desirable.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary of £34,345.00 per annum.
  • Full-time employment.
  • Choice of day or night shifts.
  • Opportunity to work in a beautiful Grade II listed Georgian home.
  • A supportive, family-oriented working environment.
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents’ lives.
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

To Apply

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

 

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