Overview
Senior Care Assistant - The Cotswold Home
CQC rating: Outstanding
Address: Woodside Dr, Burford OX18 4XA. Remote location, own transport desirable.
Hourly Rate: £15.87 per hour
Contract: Full-time
Shifts: 36.75 hours per week, weekend availability
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Elizabeth Finn is a leading care provider delivering exceptional care across eight care homes. Our values are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All. The Cotswold Home offers residential and nursing care, on a permanent or short stay basis, as well as end of life care, with 51 en-suite bedrooms and a dedicated team.
What You'll Do
We are seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support the nursing and care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will meet residents’ individual needs with dignity and respect, promote independence, and supervise and support the development of junior team members.
Responsibilities
* Deliver and maintain high standards of personal care, ensuring effective teamwork and quality service delivery.
* Carry out clinical procedures within scope, following guidance from the Registered Nurse or Head of Department.
* Monitor residents’ health and wellbeing, reporting any changes or concerns promptly.
* Support residents’ physical, mental, and social engagement through meaningful activities and interaction.
* Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment, ensuring proper use and storage of equipment and supplies.
* Contribute to accurate record-keeping, uphold confidentiality, and comply with policies, training, and reporting requirements.
Qualifications & Skills
* Secondary school education with good numeracy and literacy.
* Ability to communicate clearly in English.
* Level 2 and 3 in Care.
* Minimum 3 years experience caring for older people.
* Understanding of professional Codes of Practice in social care.
* Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and communication.
To Apply
Application deadline is by 31 May 2026. Interviews will be held in person at The Cotswold Home in the week commencing 1 June 2026. For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact 01993 824225.
Benefits
* Enhances pay for family leave
* Overtime and bank holiday enhancements to pay
* Group pension scheme
* Occupational sick pay after probation
* Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme with free counselling and Mental Health First Aiders
* Opportunity to earn rewards via Care Friends (refer a friend scheme)
* Free Blue Light card with thousands of retail discounts
* Long service awards
* Subsidised meals while on duty
* Apprenticeships, continuous learning and development, and study support opportunities
Safeguarding, Equality and Inclusion
Elizabeth Finn Homes implement safeguarding procedures including Police/Enhanced DBS Checks to protect employees and residents. This aligns with our values: Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All. This role involves an enhanced DBS check with barred lists, and any offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory outcome. Elizabeth Finn strives to treat all staff equally and to be a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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