Senior Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 09 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.19 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 October 2025 |
| Location: | Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HCPA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HCPA004472 |
Summary
About the Company
Oakview Lodge is a dual-registered residential and nursing home based in Welwyn Garden City situated next to the QE2 hospital. We are a family-run business with family ethos and principles. The home is a 64 bed home across 3 floors, residential, people living with dementia and general nursing.
We are looking for a passionate and energetic Senior Care Assistant to join our lovely team!
Why should I apply for this Senior Care Assistant job?
• We are a friendly employer
• Opportunities for progression
• Training is provided in house with opportunities to achieve more
• Oakview Lodge has an “employee of the month” scheme where residents, relatives and visiting health professionals can nominate a staff member where they have witnessed good practice, kindness or just been helpful and respectful. The winner receives a certificate and a bottle of wine or chocolates for their achievement.
• You will become a member of our “HUB” where you can benefit from high street vouchers and discounts.
What does this Senior Care Assistant job involve?
Hours of Work:44 Hours Per Week - Shift: 07:45 - 20:00 + alternate Weekends
Within your role as a Senior Care Assistant, you can really make a difference to our residents’ lives. Your responsibilities will include:
• Aiding residents emotional well-being and social needs
• Administration and monitoring of medications to residents.
• Supporting residents at meals time
• Mentor & assist new employees.
• Implement, monitor and review care plans to meet residents specific needs.
• Plan, allocate & supervise the work of the team of care assistants
*This is not intended as an exhaustive description of duties, please see the job description for full details.
Am I the right person for this Senior Care Assistant job?
We want someone proactive, passionate, and ambitious to support us to create the best person-centred environment for our residents. You’ll be genuinely valued and empowered as an integral part of our team.
• Experience as a Senior Care Assistant & leading a team.
• Have a friendly & caring attitude.
• Experience of administrating medication
• Able to engage well with the residents and their families.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social care or willing to work towards this.
• Great communication skills, both written & verbal.
Oakview Lodge is a dual-registered residential and nursing home based in Welwyn Garden City situated next to the QE2 hospital. We are a family-run business with family ethos and principles. The home is a 64 bed home across 3 floors, residential, people living with dementia and general nursing.
We are looking for a passionate and energetic Senior Care Assistant to join our lovely team!
Why should I apply for this Senior Care Assistant job?
• We are a friendly employer
• Opportunities for progression
• Training is provided in house with opportunities to achieve more
• Oakview Lodge has an “employee of the month” scheme where residents, relatives and visiting health professionals can nominate a staff member where they have witnessed good practice, kindness or just been helpful and respectful. The winner receives a certificate and a bottle of wine or chocolates for their achievement.
• You will become a member of our “HUB” where you can benefit from high street vouchers and discounts.
What does this Senior Care Assistant job involve?
Hours of Work:44 Hours Per Week - Shift: 07:45 - 20:00 + alternate Weekends
Within your role as a Senior Care Assistant, you can really make a difference to our residents’ lives. Your responsibilities will include:
• Aiding residents emotional well-being and social needs
• Administration and monitoring of medications to residents.
• Supporting residents at meals time
• Mentor & assist new employees.
• Implement, monitor and review care plans to meet residents specific needs.
• Plan, allocate & supervise the work of the team of care assistants
*This is not intended as an exhaustive description of duties, please see the job description for full details.
Am I the right person for this Senior Care Assistant job?
We want someone proactive, passionate, and ambitious to support us to create the best person-centred environment for our residents. You’ll be genuinely valued and empowered as an integral part of our team.
• Experience as a Senior Care Assistant & leading a team.
• Have a friendly & caring attitude.
• Experience of administrating medication
• Able to engage well with the residents and their families.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social care or willing to work towards this.
• Great communication skills, both written & verbal.