Senior Healthcare Assistant

Are you a caring, experienced, and reliable Senior Healthcare Assistant looking for flexible and rewarding work in Croydon? Nursdoc is expanding its team to support residents within nursing and care home settings, delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a professional and supportive environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated healthcare team, supporting individuals with a range of physical and complex care needs while promoting dignity, independence, and well-being. As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering hands-on care, supporting junior staff, and administering medication safely and effectively.

What we're looking for:

• A minimum of 6 months' experience within a UK care home, nursing home, or healthcare setting.
• Medication Administration Training certification (essential) with evidence of competency and certification available.
• Experience administering medication safely and accurately in line with care plans and policies.
• A compassionate, professional, and person-centred approach to care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to work confidently, using initiative and supporting less experienced team members when required.
• A valid DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply through Nursdoc.
• The right to work in the UK and the ability to travel within the local area.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality personal care while promoting dignity, choice, and independence.
• Administer medication safely in accordance with training, policies, and individual care plans.
• Maintain accurate medication administration records (MAR charts) and care documentation.
• Support residents with daily living activities, mobility, nutrition, and hydration.
• Monitor, record, and report any changes in residents' physical or mental well-being.
• Assist with moving and handling procedures where required.
• Support and guide Healthcare Assistants within the team.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, colleagues, and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents at all times.

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly rates.
• Flexible shift patterns, including day and night shifts.
• Weekly pay.
• Company pension scheme.
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending healthcare professionals.
• Ongoing training, development opportunities, and career progression.
• Dedicated consultant support available 24/7.

If you are an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant with medication administration certification and a passion for delivering exceptional care, we would love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE: Nursdoc is a UK based agency and are only able to offer work in the UK. We require all applicants to be living in the UK with UK right to work. We cannot provide VISA sponsorships. We cannot consider candidates holding 20-Hour Student or Skilled Worker VISAs. You will need to reside within a commutable distance to the advertised location.