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Senior Care Assistant

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Norwich, NR7 8HEView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£14.50

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

20 October 2026

1 day left

Job 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 an...

Senior Care Assistants at Avery Healthcare are responsible for supporting care teams to deliver high standards of personal care. This includes monitoring residents' wellbeing and updating care plans, assisting with medication, and undertaking staff supervisions. Key qualities needed are good communication skills, a positive attitude towards supporting residents and staff, and the ability to manage a variety of responsibilities. Ideal candidates should have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care, at least 2 years of experience, and a flexible, responsive approach. The role requires living Averys values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable behavior.

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 Mousehold View Care Home in Norwich. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

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.

  • 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.
  • Acting as a key point for contact with residents, their relatives and visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are acted upon, and concerns or complaints are escalated.

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

  • 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.

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.

  • 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.

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes committed to creating enriching later-life experiences. Avery believes in meaningful lives, both for residents and staff, fostering an environment of respect and compassion. The organisation, recognized for exceptional care, offers chances for development and growth in a supportive setting. With over 100 homes across the UK, Avery takes pride in empowering team members and delivering high-quality care, making it the preferred choice for many residents and healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes. At least 2 years experience working in a similar care environment. Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

29 September 2026

Last checked

1 October 2026

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About the employer

AHG
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

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