Senior Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 02 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 January 2026 |
| Location: | Ashford |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1437377896 |
Summary
Please note that our client DOES NOT offer Tier 2 sponsorship
Senior Healthcare Assistant – Day Shifts | £13.04 per Hour | Dementia Care
Are you a compassionate and experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? This Senior Healthcare Assistant role is perfect for someone with Level 3 Health and Social Care qualifications who wants to lead by example in a residential home specialising in dementia care.
Quick Role Snapshot
- Hourly Rate: £13.04
- Hours: Full-time (3 shifts per week, day shifts)
- Location: Ashford
- Setting: Dementia care, residential care environment
Why This Job Is Worth Your Click
- Provide hands-on, person-centred care in a supportive and professional residential environment
- Lead and support a team of care assistants, ensuring best practices every day
- Fully funded training to develop your skills and progress your career
- Uniform provided and DBS check paid for your convenience
- Work in a home that prioritises dignity, safety, and independence for residents
- Gain experience in a specialised dementia care setting, expanding your expertise
What You’ll Need
- Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a care assistant in a residential or nursing home
- Understanding of person-centred care planning principles
- Awareness of safeguarding, abuse prevention, and recognising signs of abuse
- Strong communication, teamwork, and reliability
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high-quality care and support in line with individual care plans
- Supervise and guide a team of care assistants to maintain best practices
- Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns, following correct procedures
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and the wider care team
- Support residents’ physical, emotional, and social wellbeing
What Happens After You Apply
- We’ll contact you within 1–2 working days to discuss your experience and the role
- Your CV is never shared without your permission — you remain in full control
- If it’s a match, we arrange interviews and support you through every step
- Clear communication, guidance, and honest feedback from application to offer
Reference: WILL190180/AP
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