Senior Care Assistant - Bank

Senior Care Assistant (Bank) — Thatcham Court Care Home

Position: Senior Care Assistant (Bank Contract)

Location: Thatcham Court Care Home, Chapel Street, Thatcham (RG18 4QL)

Rating Context: CQC Rating: Good | Carehome.co.uk Rating: 9.7 / 10

Employment Type: Bank Contract (Flexible hours)

Salary: £13.45 – £15.02 per hour (depending on experience)

About Us

As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are proud to connect experienced, compassionate care professionals with exceptional residential environments. We are currently recruiting on behalf of Thatcham Court Care Home—a purpose-built, highly-rated dementia specialist care home dedicated to delivering person-centred care, fostering community spirit, and helping residents live their best lives.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Care Assistant to join the team on a bank contract basis. In this vital leadership role, you will help run a unit, guide and inspire a team of Care Assistants, and assist nurses with clinical duties while ensuring residents receive dignified, high-quality, personalized care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take day-to-day responsibility for running a unit and leading shift handovers.

• Support nurses with clinical duties, including observations, issuing medication, reviewing care plans, and accurate digital record-keeping.

• Train, supervise, and nurture new and existing Care Assistants so they feel supported and confident.

• Build strong, supportive relationships with residents, their families, and external multidisciplinary teams (such as GPs and District Nurses).

• Assist residents with personal care while championing their independence, choices, and daily wellbeing.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Completed or actively working towards an NVQ Level 3 in Care (full training and support can be provided).

• Previous experience in a senior care role with a solid understanding of its rewards and challenges.

• Motivated, positive mindset with exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.

• A genuine passion for making a difference and delivering compassionate dementia care.

Why Join Through Us?

Working in partnership with Thatcham Court offers wonderful opportunities for professional growth, flexible bank hours, digital care training, and being part of a close-knit, supportive community environment driven by core values of being brave, caring, and responsible.