Senior Care Assistant

Supportive Bridge Staffing & Recruitment is delighted to partner with Care UK to recruit an organized and compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join their dedicated team in Colchester, UK. Care UK is an award-winning care provider committed to delivering person-centered support that enables elderly residents to live rich, active lives in Colchester, UK.

In this key shift-leading role based in Colchester, UK, you will guide daily care operations, manage resident care plans, and safely handle medication administration. Working closely with families, healthcare partners, and home leadership in Colchester, UK, you will oversee risk assessments and direct shift teams to maintain exceptional care standards across the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise care shifts, allocate daily duties, and work directly with care assistants to support resident independence in Colchester, UK.

• Act as case manager for residents, coordinate tailored care plans, execute risk assessments, and safely administer medication in Colchester, UK.

• Liaise with family members, visiting healthcare professionals, and senior leadership to continuously elevate care standards in Colchester, UK.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent leadership experience) highly desirable in Colchester, UK.

• Proven supervisory skills, IT literacy, and strong organizational capabilities for effective task delegation in Colchester, UK.

• Practical medication administration experience or a willingness to complete accredited medication training in Colchester, UK.

Benefits

• Flexible access to earned income via Wagestream and enhanced pay rates on Bank Holiday shifts in Colchester, UK.

• Structured career pathing, ongoing leadership development, and approved apprenticeship opportunities in Colchester, UK.

• Comprehensive rewards package including an annual holiday purchase option, wellbeing programs, and retail discounts in Colchester, UK.