Job Description

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant

Location: Pontypool

Salary: £23,169 per annum

Contract Type: Full-time, including days, nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays

Join Our Caring Community - Make Every Moment Count Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a compassionate and proactive Senior Care Assistant to support our team and help shape a warm, nurturing environment for our residents.

About the Role: As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll work closely with the Management Team to deliver high standards of physical, emotional, and social care tailored to individual needs. You'll act as a role model for junior staff, contribute to care planning, and help promote independence and dignity in a safe and stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support residents with daily personal care and emotional wellbeing
• Review and contribute to individual care plans
• Administer and manage medications (as authorised)
• Liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
• Supervise and mentor care staff and junior team members
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, nutrition, and safeguarding
• Accurately document observations, updates, and progress

What We're Looking For:

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (required)
• NVQ Level 3 or willingness to complete it (desirable)
• Experience in a care setting, ideally with older adults
• Strong communication, organisation, and team skills
• Compassion, patience, and a practical mindset
• A commitment to upholding dignity, choice, and respect

Bonus Points: Manual Handling, First Aid, and knowledge of medication processes

Why Join Us?

• A warm and inclusive team culture
• Full training and development opportunities
• A meaningful, rewarding role making a difference every day
• Early finishes on occasion and supportive leadership

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, as part of our commitment to safeguarding and quality care.

Apply now and help us create a brighter, more supported future for our residents in Pontypool!