Senior Care Assistant

About the role

Join Avery Healthcare’s award‑winning team at Aire View Care Home in Leeds as a Senior Care Assistant. You will work alongside a dedicated care team to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care for our residents, ensuring a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor each resident’s wellbeing, recognise changes and update care plans accordingly.
• Participate in person‑centred care planning, implement actions, and conduct monthly evaluations.
• Support residents with medication administration and ensure compliance with protocols.
• Provide supervision to junior staff, support their development and promote best practice.
• Act as a primary contact for residents, families, visitors and health‑social care professionals, handling requests, concerns and complaints.

Required profile

• Live the values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable.
• Hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in care for care homes.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar residential care setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive, flexible attitude with the ability to cover a range of responsibilities.

Required skills

What we offer

• A supportive, respectful workplace culture.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development.
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75.
• Being part of a close‑knit team that values excellence in care.