Senior Care Assistant
About this role
Senior Care Assistant – Highly Rated Care Home
Location: Crossley House Care Home, 885 Thornton Road, Fairweather Green, Bradford, BD8 0HH (CQC Rated: Good | Carehome.co.uk: 9.8/10)
Salary: £12.85 - £13.85 per hour (Depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent & Fixed-Term Options Available (Full-Time)
Are you an experienced care professional looking to step up and inspire a team to deliver life-changing, person-centred care?
We are partnering with Crossley House (part of Bupa) to find a motivated and compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will take daily charge of running a unit, mentoring care assistants, and supporting clinical duties to ensure residents live independent, dignified, and fulfilling lives.
What You’ll Be Doing
Taking day-to-day responsibility for running a unit and leading team shift handovers.
Supporting clinical tasks, including assisting nurses with observations, administering medication, and reviewing care plans.
Training, supervising, and nurturing new team members so they feel fully welcomed and supported.
Building meaningful, trusting relationships with residents, their families, and external healthcare professionals like GPs and District Nurses.
Assisting residents with personal care and daily living activities.
What We’re Looking For
Completed or working towards an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (full support provided to complete your qualification if needed!).
Previous experience in a senior care role with a solid understanding of its rewards and challenges.
A positive, upbeat attitude with exceptional interpersonal skills and a natural talent for leadership.
A deep passion for making a real difference and providing personalized support with warmth and dignity.
Exceptional Benefits & Support
Working with Bupa means you'll be valued and backed by an organization dedicated to your well-being and growth:
Training & Development: Comprehensive training on cutting-edge digital care systems and ongoing clinical and social care development.
Health & Wellbeing: Free access to My Healthcare (24/7 remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support) plus a £350 annual healthcare product allowance and a dedicated Menopause Plan.
Financial Flexibility: Wagestream, giving you early access to up to 40% of your earned wages on demand.
Daily Perks: Free meals provided on every shift.
Time Off: 28 days holiday plus enhanced parental leave and a frontline sick pay scheme.
Extras: Long service recognition rewards, pension plans, annual interest-free travel loans, and gym discounts.