Cinnamon Care Collection
Senior Care Assistant
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Senior Care Assistant
Senior Care Assistant – Full-Time (Day Shifts & Weekend Cover)
Salary: £14.75 per hour, plus company benefits
Hours: Full-time day shifts, including alternate weekend working
About the Opportunity
Join a Top 20 care home group (ranked for 2026) and a company that was recently awarded "One of The UK’s Best Companies to Work For". This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to outstanding care.
Location: Heathland House – a luxurious 66-bedded residential and dementia care home in Ferndown, Dorset.
The Role
We are seeking dedicated, experienced, and passionate Senior Care Assistants to join our highly supportive team. In this role, you’ll be committed to:
- Promoting choice, individuality, and independence for our residents at all times.
- Mentoring and supervising junior care staff to ensure high standards of care.
- Administering medications (with relevant qualifications).
- Supporting residents with dementia in a compassionate, person-centred way.
- Working within a team-oriented environment where collaboration is key.
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Key Responsibilities
- Providing high-quality, personalised care to older adults and dementia sufferers.
- Working with experienced Senior Care Assistants mentoring colleagues to deliver exceptional care.
- Ensuring compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards and best practice in care legislation.
- Collaborating with the team to develop and implement care plans.
Person Specification
Essential Requirements:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), with a strong understanding of care legislation (including CQC standards).
- At least 2 years’ full-time experience working with older adults, preferably including dementia care.
- Experience administering medications (with a relevant qualification).
- Supervisory experience in a care setting (previous role as a Senior Care Assistant is desirable).
- Proven reliability, honesty, and professionalism.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Physical ability to perform care duties, with or without assistive aids.
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Desirable Skills:
- First aid training (where possible, with preference given).
- Experience in a luxury/dedicated dementia care setting.
Benefits Package
We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Paid breaks
- Uniforms provided
- Staff meals included
- Nest pension scheme
- Employees Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Care Workers Charity contributions
- ‘Spice of Life’ retail discount scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Annual eye care refund
- Refer-a-Friend scheme
- Reward vouchers
- Quarterly and annual company awards
Complimentary Notes
Please note: Due to visa regulations, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.
Perfect for those who are seeking long-term career growth, supportive working environment, and a rewarding difference-making role. Apply today!
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