Senior Care Assistant / Med Technician

Senior Care Assistant / Med Technician

Care and Support - Tunbridge Wells Care Centre

Contract : Full Time Salary : £15.03 Per Hour Shift Type : Dayshift Contracted hours : 34.5 - 46

Tunbridge Wells Care Centre is a bright, modern home in a residential area of Royal Tunbridge Wells, offering person-centred nursing, dementia and palliative care for up to 70 residents. The home features spacious ensuite rooms, wheelchair-accessible facilities, welcoming communal areas, a dedicated hair salon and large landscaped gardens, all supported by a compassionate team committed to kindness, dignity and comfort.

Lead with care, compassion and confidence become a Senior Care Assistant / Med Tech at Tunbridge Wells Care Centre!

At Tunbridge Wells Care Centre, we believe every resident deserves not just great care, but great moments every single day. That’s why we’re looking for a kind, capable and committed Senior Care Assistant to help lead our care team and make a real difference in the lives of those we support.

Role : Senior Care Assistant / Med Tech

Location : 142 Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2ED

Salary : £15.03ph

Hours : Choose from 3 or 4 shifts per week, rota-based including weekends and public holidays - Dayshift 7am-7pm

As a Senior Care Assistant / Med Tech, you’ll take a hands-on approach to delivering outstanding person-centred care, while also playing a key leadership role on shift. Whether you’re supporting a new team member, updating care plans, administering medication or simply offering a reassuring hand to a resident, you’ll bring confidence, warmth and purpose to everything you do.

You’ll work closely with nurses and managers to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and you’ll be a go-to support for the care team especially in moments that matter most.

What you’ll be doing :

• Providing high-quality, compassionate care that supports dignity, independence and wellbeing
• Administer and monitor medication
• Leading your team on shift and ensuring care delivery runs smoothly
• Responding to emergencies and offering guidance to care assistants under nurse supervision
• Reviewing and updating care plans to ensure they stay accurate and person-centred
• Supporting residents with daily activities and encouraging participation in wellbeing sessions
• Acting as a role model to the team and offering mentorship to new or junior colleagues
• Carrying out observations, record-keeping, and supporting handovers
• Supporting with supervision, training and the development of team members
• Building strong relationships with residents, families and colleagues

What you’ll bring :

Why join Canford Healthcare :

We’re a family-run group guided by the values of Care, Family, Honesty and Commitment . You’ll be part of a warm, supportive culture where you’re trusted to lead, supported to grow, and encouraged to make a meaningful impact every day.

Ready to take the next step in your care journey?

Apply now and lead with heart as our new Senior Care Assistant.

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