Senior Care Assistant - Care Home - Bank
About this role
Job Advertisement: Bank Senior Care Assistant
Position: Senior Care Assistant (Bank)
Location: Lancaster Grange Care Home, Cross Lane, Newark on Trent, NG24 3NH
Pay Rate: £15.67 per hour
Employment Type: Bank (Casual, Part-Time / Flexible Working)
Shifts: Days or Nights Available
Closing Date: 6 September 2026
About the Role
Are you a dedicated care professional looking for flexible working hours that fit around your lifestyle while making a genuine difference?
As a Bank Senior Care Assistant at Lancaster Grange Care Home, you will provide crucial cover—such as for annual leave or sick leave—while enabling us to deliver exceptional, person-centred care. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You will also support the clinical team in specialised areas such as medication administration, assessments, care plans, and care reviews. Above all, you will champion resident dignity, choice, and a warm, vibrant home environment.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Supervise, inspire, and support a dedicated team of Care Assistants.
Clinical Support: Assist the clinical team with medication, care assessments, care plans, and care reviews.
Person-Centred Care: Cater to the individual needs of residents while respecting their privacy, dignity, and independence.
Environment: Help foster a warm, welcoming, and vibrant atmosphere for residents, families, and staff.
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.
Experience: Specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly.
Personality: Warm-hearted, compassionate, and deeply committed to individualised care.
Skills: Strong motivational, communication, and people skills.
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive Pay: Excellent hourly rate of £15.67 per hour.
True Flexibility: Casual, part-time bank hours that vary to suit your availability and service needs.
Career Progression: Ongoing training and development opportunities, with clear pathways to progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles.
Supportive Culture: Work for one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers in an award-winning, people-focused environment.