Job Details:
Job Reference: HCC623904
Salary Range: GBP 27,780 : GBP 30,564 pro:rata, per annum (actual salary GBP 18,018 : GBP 19,823 per annum). This role involves some night, weekend and bank holiday working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy
Work Location: Malmesbury Lawn, Havant
Hours per week: 24
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 3 May 2026
The Role:
Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Senior Day Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.
What you'll do:
:Provide effective leadership: Motivate, train and support care staff through supervision and feedback, leading shifts, care practice monitoring and role modelling excellent standards.
:Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care and administering medication, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents.
:Person:centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident.
:Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.
What we're looking for:
You may already have experience of working with older adults in a residential or nursing setting, but it's not essential : we provide all the training you need to be a great Senior Day Care Assistant. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care.
:Qualification: Hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification). Alternatively, you may be working towards this currently, or be willing to work towards this once in the role.
:Proven track record: Experience of successfully working with, or supporting adults or children. This could be in a range of environments including health, social care or teaching.
:Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives.
:Self:motivation: Committed to learn and continually develop yourself to deliver the best possible care to our residents.
:Leadership skills: Lead, motivate and support colleagues using your knowledge and expertise to role model excellent standards of care.
:Respect, patience and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs.
:Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues.
:Problem:solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively.
Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Day Senior Care Assistant role, our team and values. The section 'About you' explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.
We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please Apply using the details below.
Why join us?
:Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.
:Make a difference: Watch this short video to find out more about the important work our Older Adults Residential Teams do.
:Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
:Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills, gain an NVQ Level 3 qualification, and advance your career in