Senior Care Assistant
Avon Search & Selection Ltd
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Salary
£31,996
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
19 November 2026
30 days leftJob description
Location: Dawlish
Hours: Full Time
Pay Rate: £14.65 per hour
Annual Salary: £31,995.60 per annum
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our client’s fantastic, purpose-built residential care facility in Dawlish, set within 9 acres of beautiful grounds.
The home provides high-quality residential care, offering flexibility for both respite care and permanent care for individuals who are no longer able to live independently at home. There is also a separate, purpose-built unit specialising in the care of residents living with dementia-type illnesses, alongside residential care provision for up to 36 service users.
Our client is looking for a caring, dedicated and experienced Senior Care Assistant who is passionate about providing outstanding person-centred care and supporting residents to live happy and fulfilling lives.
The organisation’s ethos is family-orientated, professional, hard-working, client-led and fun. Management actively promotes a happy and positive atmosphere, recognising the important role this plays in creating a welcoming environment for both residents and staff.
As a Senior Care Assistant, you will receive an excellent benefits package, including:
- £14.65 per hour
- £31,995.60 annual salary
- 28 days annual leave
- Double basic rate on Christmas Day
- 1.5 x basic rate for all other bank holidays
- Paid breaks
- Protected paid breaks
- Free refreshments while working, including tea, coffee, juice, toast and cereals
- Free on-site car parking
- Ongoing paid training and development
- Fully funded qualifications, including diplomas up to NVQ Level 5
- Investment in your career progression and long-term development
- Long-term career opportunities within an award-winning organisation
- FlexEarn, giving you the opportunity to access a portion of your wages before payday
- No DBS fees
- Sage Employee Benefits package, including access to GP and counselling services and discounts across shopping, retail and other services
- Employee Assistance Programme supporting your health and wellbeing
- Blue Light Card, offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure
- £500 Refer a Friend bonus (subject to terms and conditions)
- A beautiful working environment set within 9 acres of grounds
- A varied role where no two days are the same
Previous experience working as a Senior Care Assistant within a residential care home is desirable.
- An NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Previous experience in a senior care role
- Good knowledge of person-centred care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A compassionate, professional and positive approach
- The ability to support and lead care staff effectively
- Experience with medication would be highly advantageous
- A genuine passion for supporting older people and helping residents maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a care provider that genuinely cares about its residents and its staff, offering excellent training, career progression and a supportive working environment.
If you are an experienced Senior Care Assistant looking for your next career opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join this friendly and dedicated team.
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Provenance
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Reed
First seen
8 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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