Senior Care Assistant

Job summary

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant at Hanford Court Care Home in Stoke on Trent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be to support and work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open, supportive, an

Main duties of the job

At Avery Healthcare, the focus is on supporting the people who care for the residents, offering a supportive environment that encourages growth and development. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will make a positive impact on residents' lives daily, providing high standards of personal care and a safe, supportive environment. Key responsibilities include monitoring residents' wellbeing, being involved in care planning, supporting medication requirements, and supervising staff to support their development. You must embody the values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in everything you do. The role requires an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes, at least 2 years of experience in a similar care environment, effective communication skills, and a positive attitude towards supportive and nurturing environments. Flexibility in covering various responsibilities is also essential. Avery values enriching residents' lives and creating meaningful experiences, making it a preferred choice for residents and employees alike.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, committed to creating enriching experiences for both residents and team members. With a dedication to meaningful interactions, Avery fosters an environment of support and empowerment, aiming to enhance the quality of life for residents and staff. The organisation believes in bringing value to the later years of life, offering exceptional care across a network of over 100 homes. Avery values respect, compassion, and community, creating a workplace where employees feel inspired and appreciated. With a focus on continuous learning and development, Avery provides opportunities for career growth and development. As an organisation, Avery ensures a culture of innovation and inclusivity, reflected in their mission to create meaningful lives together. Employees at Avery become part of an energetic and motivated team committed to making a difference in the lives of the elderly and supporting each other along the way.

Details

• Date posted: 18 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.75 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1518254137
• Job locations: Avery Healthcare, Hanford, ST4 8EN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant at Hanford Court Care Home in Stoke on Trent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be tosupportand work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open,supportive, andinclusiveenvironment for residents, visitors and staff.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation.
• Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations.
• Supporting residents with their medication requirements.
• Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required.
• Actingas a key point for contact with residents, theirrelativesand visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are actedupon,and concerns or complaints are escalated.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidatemust:

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.