Senior Care Assistant - Care Home - Bank
About this role
Senior Care Assistant – Care Home (Bank / Flexible)
Location: Ashminster House Care Home, Clive Dennis Court, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LX
Pay Rate: £15.06 per hour
Hours: Casual / Flexible (0.00 contracted hours)
Shift Pattern: Days or Nights Available
Employment Type: Bank / Casual
About the Opportunity
Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is partnering with Barchester Healthcare to recruit skilled, flexible Bank Senior Care Assistants for Ashminster House Care Home.
If you possess senior-level care experience and are looking for shift flexibility that fits around your life while maintaining a key clinical and supervisory role, this bank position offers premium hourly rates and scheduling control.
About the Role
As a Bank Senior Care Assistant, you will step in to provide high-quality cover during planned or unplanned staff absences (such as annual leave or sickness), guiding shift teams and ensuring consistent, high-standard resident care.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Supervision: Supervise and inspire care assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager during shift cover.
Clinical Support: Assist the clinical team with medication administration, resident assessments, care plan updates, and regular care reviews.
Person-Centred Care: Uphold the dignity, choices, and individual preferences of residents at all times.
Environment & Safety: Maintain a warm, welcoming, and safe atmosphere across the home.
About You
We are looking for an experienced, warm-hearted care leader with solid clinical knowledge and a strong sense of reliability.
Requirements:
Qualification: NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.
Clinical Knowledge: Proven experience and understanding of clinical care for the elderly.
Leadership Skills: Ability to motivate staff, manage shifts, and communicate clearly.
Flexibility: Willingness to cover day or night shifts on an as-needed basis.
Rewards & Benefits Package
In return for your skill and flexibility, you will receive:
Competitive Pay: £15.06 / hour
True Flexibility: Choose day or night shifts that suit your availability and schedule.
Learning & Development: Access to free, comprehensive training programs with pathways to progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or Nursing roles.
Supportive Environment: Work with one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers dedicated to quality care and staff progression.