Senior Care Assistant

Senior Care Assistant – Full Time – Luxury Residential Dementia Care Home – AV1970

Location: Gosport, Hampshire

Hours: 36 hours per week – 8:00am–8:00pm / 8:00pm–8:00am (Days or Nights available)

Pay: £15.00 per hour + Paid Breaks

About the Home

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent, family-run residential dementia care home. The service provides high-quality, person-centred care within a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion at all times.

The home currently supports 27 privately funded residents and has built an excellent reputation for delivering consistent, high-quality dementia care within a close-knit, homely setting. Residents benefit from meaningful daily activities, personalised care planning, and a dedicated team focused on enhancing quality of life.

An exciting period of development is underway, with a newly commissioned 9-bed specialist dementia care unit increasing overall capacity from 27 to 36 residents. This expansion reflects ongoing investment in the service and a commitment to enhancing both facilities and the resident experience.

This growth has created an excellent opportunity for experienced Senior Care Assistants to join a stable and supportive team at a key stage in its development.

Job Description

Are you a motivated, confident, and professional individual with a genuine passion for enriching the lives of others? Do you have the ability to inspire and support growth in those around you?

We are seeking a natural leader who can confidently guide a team through both demonstration and instruction. A calm, positive, and “can-do” attitude is essential within this supportive and person-centred environment.

You will be proactive, forward-thinking, and committed to delivering high standards of care at all times. Previous experience in a care setting is essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively and lead by example.

If you possess these qualities and are looking for a rewarding opportunity within a growing service, we would welcome your application and invite you to come and meet the team.

This is a full-time position (36 hours per week), working 8:00am–8:00pm or 8:00pm–8:00am, with shifts and patterns discussed at interview.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care while supporting and guiding the care team across shifts.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering person-centred care to residents living with dementia and age-related conditions
• Leading shifts and supporting junior care staff through supervision and example
• Safely administering medication in line with training and procedures
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
• Promoting dignity, independence, privacy, and wellbeing at all times
• Communicating effectively with residents, relatives, and colleagues
• Supporting a positive, calm, and professional team culture
• Working flexibly across day and night shifts as required

About You

• Previous experience in providing care essential
• Supervisory experience preferred (minimum 1 year)
• NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (required)
• Medication administration experience preferred
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Calm, reliable, and proactive approach
• Able to work as part of a team and independently
• Passionate about delivering high-quality dementia care

Benefits & Perks

• £15.00 per hour
• Paid Breaks
• Company pension scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive family-run working environment
• Opportunity to join an expanding service during a key growth phase
• Stable full-time, permanent opportunity

To Apply

Please contact the recruitment team for further information and to apply for this position.

To Apply
Please contact Lauren on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed