Glenholme Healthcare Ltd
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Senior Care Assistant
Location: Vera James House, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1TA
Salary: £14 per hour
Hours: 33 hours per week
Shifts: Day and Night shifts available.
Benefits:
- Paid training
- Industry-recognised qualifications
- Flexible shifts
- Career progression opportunities
Join the Team at Vera James House
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you have a warm smile that can brighten someone's day? Are you a great listener who enjoys hearing a lifetime of stories and experiences? Can you think on your feet and adapt to the changing needs of others? Do you have patience, compassion, and a sense of humour?
If so, we would love to hear from you.
At Vera James House, part of Glenholme Senior Living, we provide high-quality residential care in a welcoming and supportive environment where residents are encouraged to live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives. Our dedicated team takes pride in delivering person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice, and wellbeing every day.
Located in the historic city of Ely, Vera James House offers a warm and friendly home for older people, with a strong sense of community and a team that genuinely cares about making a positive difference. We are now looking for an experienced and compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join our growing team.
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What We Offer
As a Senior Care Assistant with Glenholme Senior Living, you will receive:
- Payment for e-learning modules completed before your start date
- Flexible working patterns
- 28 days annual leave, including your birthday off
- Additional length-of-service holiday rewards
- Quarterly Awards recognising outstanding performance and commitment
- Performance-related bonus opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme providing support with:
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Financial advice
- Family and childcare support
- Everyday life challenges
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance cover
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Reimbursed Blue Light Card
- Hastee Pay – access up to 40% of your earned pay before payday
- Funded training and industry-recognised qualifications
- Genuine opportunities for career progression within Glenholme Senior Living
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The Role
As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting residents to maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.
You will lead by example, supporting and supervising care staff while ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered at all times.
Your responsibilities will include:
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- Supporting residents with daily living activities
- Administering and recording medication in line with company procedures
- Supervising and mentoring Care Assistants
- Developing, reviewing, and updating care plans
- Supporting residents with personal care and emotional wellbeing
- Working closely with families and healthcare professionals
- Promoting independence, choice, dignity, and inclusion
- Supporting residents receiving end-of-life care
- Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
- Ensuring high standards of safeguarding and person-centred care
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience working within adult social care
- Has experience supervising or leading care teams
- Is compassionate, reliable, and person-centred in their approach
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills
- Is passionate about delivering outstanding care
- Works well as part of a team and can lead by example
Ready to Apply?
If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely make a difference every day, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Glenholme Senior Living family at Vera James House.
This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Job Code: GHVER1
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