Senior Care Assistant - Bank
About this role
Senior Care Assistant - Bank – Richmond Village Willaston (Nantwich)
Position: Senior Care Assistant (Bank Contract)
Location: Richmond Village, 261 Crewe Road, Willaston, Nantwich, CW5 6GX
Salary: £14.25 per hour
Contract Type: Bank (Flexible day and night shifts available)
About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we take pride in connecting inspiring care leaders with premier retirement village environments where person-centred support, high standards of clinical excellence, and independent living go hand in hand. We are proud to partner with Bupa to source a dedicated Senior Care Assistant for Richmond Village Willaston. If you have a passion for mentoring care teams, running units smoothly, and helping residents live life to the full, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As a Senior Care Assistant on a bank contract, you will play a pivotal role in running a unit and managing core clinical duties. You will lead a talented team of Care Assistants, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, personal care infused with warmth and kindness.
Key Responsibilities:
Take day-to-day responsibility for running a unit, including clinical duties such as observations, medication administration, care plan reviews, and accurate record-keeping.
Lead, manage, and coordinate a team of Care Assistants, taking charge of shift handovers.
Help with the induction, training, and supervision of new staff members so they feel welcomed and supported.
Build strong, professional relationships with residents, their families, and external multidisciplinary healthcare teams like GPs and District Nurses.
Assist residents with a range of personal care duties while championing their independence and dignity.
Note: A DBS check is required for this role due to working with vulnerable individuals, with the £40 cost fully covered by Bupa.
What We Are Looking For
Completed or working towards an NVQ Level 3 in Care (Bupa is happy to support you in completing your qualification if needed).
Proven experience in a senior care role, paired with solid knowledge of clinical responsibilities and CQC standards.
A motivated, positive professional with exceptional interpersonal skills and a close-knit team ethos.
A deep commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care that honors resident choice.
Note: Please be aware that this role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK's Points-Based Immigration System.
Benefits & Rewards
Working through this partnership means you will gain access to flexible working perks and professional development opportunities:
Flexibility: Flexible working patterns and bank shifts designed to fit around your lifestyle.
Support & Training: A comprehensive, fully paid induction when you start, along with ongoing training, apprenticeship access, and free LinkedIn Learning resources.
Perks: Free meals (for shifts of 8 hours or more), with your DBS check and uniform fully provided and paid for by Bupa.
Health & Fitness: Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.