Senior Care Assistant - Care Home - Bank
About this role
Senior Care Assistant – Bank
Location: Edingley Lodge Care Home, Station Road, Newark, NG22 8BX
Pay Rate: £15.43 per hour
Employment Type: Bank / Casual (Flexible Cover, 0-Hour Contract)
Shift Pattern: Days or Nights Available
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About the Role
We are recruiting a Bank Senior Care Assistant on a flexible 0-hour contract to provide casual supervisory cover at Edingley Lodge Care Home in Newark.
In this pivotal leadership role, you will enjoy complete schedule autonomy with day or night shifts available to suit your lifestyle. Working alongside the Deputy General Manager, you will supervise and inspire care teams, support clinical operations—including medication administration, care planning, and assessments—and ensure every resident receives dignified, person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise, guide, and motivate Care Assistants during day or night bank shifts.
Support the clinical team with medication administration, resident assessments, and care plan updates.
Promote high standards of person-centred care that respects resident choices, dignity, and independence.
Assist with shift coordination, handover reports, and maintaining safety protocols across the home.
Provide reliable cover for planned leave, sickness, and peak operational periods.
About You
To join us as a Bank Senior Care Assistant, you will bring:
NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.
Specific practical knowledge and experience in clinical care for older adults.
Strong leadership abilities with a warm, compassionate, and motivational approach.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive Pay: £15.43 per hour.
True Schedule Flexibility: Day or night bank shifts tailored around your personal availability.
Career Growth: Free ongoing training with clear progression paths into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or Nursing roles.
Supportive Environment: Utilize your supervisory skills in a welcoming, high-quality care community.