Day Senior Care Assistant
Full Time and Part Time position available
OVERALL OBJECTIVES:
Provide physical and emotional support and care for the residents of the home, maintaining high standards of care and supervision of daily routines.
Assist in providing a stable and caring environment that underpins the residents' emotional and psychological well-being.
Support residents in continuing the expression of their culture, faith, and values.
Develop a good working relationship with managers and be involved in staff training and development.
Take charge of a shift in the absence of the Home Manager.
We are looking for dedicated Senior Care Assistants who are passionate about providing excellent care to older people in our care homes.
What we offer
Employee Development programme
Career progression opportunities
Free parking
Referral Bonus
Employee of the Month
Free Uniform
Company Pension Scheme
Competitive Hourly rate
Employee Assistance Programme
About the role
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Resident Care and Supervision
Provide, oversee, supervise, and monitor the daily routine to ensure consistent high standards of resident care.
Be in charge as required, organizing the workload and supervising the staff.
Develop a good working relationship with the Enhanced Senior and the management team.
Communicate effectively between Managers and care staff, both written and verbally.
Contribute to and adhere to the development of individual care plans concerning hygiene, bathing, continence management, mobility, feeding, dressing, and general care.
Assist with the administration of medication in accordance with medication procedures.
Promote a friendly, homely atmosphere at all times.
Assist residents with their activities of daily living.
Assist with domestic/housekeeping tasks, maintain general tidiness, and promote a homely atmosphere.
Greet visitors, ensure general security policies are adhered to, answer the telephone, and screen calls as required.
Staff Supervision and Development
Work in conjunction with the Deputy Manager and be involved with the induction of new care and domestic staff, keeping any required records.
Supervise staff on shift, ensuring high standards of care, adherence to procedures, and safety while at work.
Ensure the Home Manager and Deputy Manager are informed of any problems or developments regarding staff, residents, or support services in a timely manner.
Communication and Teamwork
Communicate effectively with managers, care staff, residents, and visitors.
Maintain confidentiality and discretion in communicating personal matters to senior and other members of staff and residents.
Uphold the key principles of residents' rights, citizenship, independence, choice, privacy, fulfillment, and dignity.
Respect residents' beliefs and values, arranging visits to places of worship and clergy visits as needed.
Assist residents with reading and general intellectual stimulation, and support them in pursuing outside interests and activities.
Participate in team meetings and individual meetings with the Line Manager as required.
Health and Safety
Ensure conformance with the company's health and safety at work policy, by self and staff.
Accompany healthcare professionals to resident rooms, provide a full report to the person in charge, and complete relevant documents if required.
Assist with the care of the dying.
Other Duties
Be accountable for undertaking specific responsibilities as directed by the Home Manager.
Undertake appropriate training as determined by the Home Manager.
Carry out other duties as may be reasonably required by the Deputy Manager/Enhanced Senior.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Must have Level 3 in Health and Social Care
- Must have Medication Administration
Westward Care
We are one of Leeds’ most respected health and social care providers, with a proven track record in providing award-winning care and support to older people in Leeds locations including Headingley, Methley, Beeston and Roundhay. Our network of care homes and independent living apartments is small enough to provide quality and individual care, but large enough to provide care services that are right for you, even if your circumstances change.
We passionately believe that happiness is just as important as health and that quality care should always go hand in hand with quality of life, and do all we can to make you and your loved ones feel at ease from day one.
Here at Westward Care, we all share the same ambition – to deliver the very best care and support. It’s our aim to make a real difference, always prioritising health and happiness in everything we do. And with our on-going training and development, we’re always learning new ways of meeting the changing needs of older people.Passionate about making a difference
Trust - Trust is built through consistent actions, honest care, and mutual respect. Across our services, delivering care with integrity will develop meaningful connections and empower us to act with confidence, knowing we’re all accountable for each other’s well-being. Without trust, we are just providing a service. With trust, it’s a relationship that transforms lives. Kindness - Each day we will lead with small, simple acts—a smile, a kind word, a supportive action —that make a big impact. Kindness builds trust, comfort, and belonging. It creates an atmosphere where everyone feels valued, seen and cared for. We believe every interaction is an opportunity to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones, filling our communities with love, warmth, and genuine care. Respect - Respect goes beyond polite gestures. It’s about treating everyone with fairness and dignity. It’s about truly appreciating the humanity in everyone we connect with and celebrating individuality. By embracing diversity and supporting choices we will deliver compassionate care and create a community where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Teamwork - We know we are stronger when united as a team to provide exceptional care and every contribution is important, no matter how big or small. By sharing responsibilities, solving challenges, and celebrating collective achievements we will foster a sense of community where everyone has a voice and a place. This will ensure that every task is tackled with care, efficiency, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Our benefits
Employee development programs
Free parking
Referral bonus
Employee of the Month
Day Senior Care Assistant
We are one of Leeds’ most respected health and social care providers, with a proven track record in providing award-winning care and support to older people in Leeds locations including Headingley, Methley, Beeston and Roundhay. Our network of care homes and independent living apartments is small enough to provide quality and individual care, but large enough to provide care services that are right for you, even if your circumstances change.
We passionately believe that happiness is just as important as health and that quality care should always go hand in hand with quality of life, and do all we can to make you and your loved ones feel at ease from day one.