Job requirements
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Essential
1 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
Experience in a care home setting as a Senior Care Assistant is preferred. Leadership skills and a compassionate nature are essential.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
About the Home: Cedar View Care Centre, 1 Stanhope Road, Croydon, Currey, CR0 5NS 65 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home CQC Rating Good Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk About the role Senior Care Assistant 44 Hours Required £14.05 What will Care UK Offer you? Blue Light Discount Card Holiday & days out discounts Long service awards Recognition programme And much more! We are looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff in their everyday lives. If you are someone who enjoys taking a leadership role and encouraging development and growth within your team, a senior care assistant position at Care UK is the role for you. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each others cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you. It would be great to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The Team Leader role at Cedar View Care Centre involves working in a 65 bedded residential, nursing, and dementia care home in Croydon. This facility is well-regarded with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a high carehome.co.uk rating of 9.8. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting both residents and other staff members, fostering an environment of compassion and leadership. The job requires 44 hours per week, and the salary is £14.05 per hour. Benefits provided by Care UK include a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme, among others. Care UK values inclusivity and diversity, encouraging applications from compassionate individuals with a growth mindset.
About us
Cedar View Care Centre is managed by Care UK, an organization committed to providing high-quality care and support in residential settings. With a focus on compassion and empathy, Care UK ensures that each resident receives personalized care tailored to their individual needs. The organization emphasizes a supportive work environment where staff members are encouraged to grow professionally and personally. Cedar View Care Centre, located in Croydon, offers a range of services, including nursing and dementia care, within a 65-bedded facility. Care UK is proud to be a diverse employer, learning from various cultures, beliefs, and experiences, and aiming to create an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Details
- Date posted: 02 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14.05 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1532638103
- Job locations: OLYMPUS OPCO LTD, Croydon, CR0 5NS, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Cedar View Care Centre, 1 Stanhope Road, Croydon, Currey, CR0 5NS
- 65 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
- CQC Rating – Good
- Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Senior Care Assistant
- 44 Hours Required
- £14.05
What will Care UK Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
We are looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff in their everyday lives. If you are someone who enjoys taking a leadership role and encouraging development and growth within your team, a senior care assistant position at Care UK is the role for you.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
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This advert is for Team Leader with Aria Care in Croydon, England. It is listed as a Team leader role. The advertised salary is £14.05 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 29 Sep 2026.
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