Senior Care Assistant

Walkeringham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, England
£14.80 per hour
Expiry date:17 Dec 2025
Start date:18 Sep 2025
Nursing Homes
Job Title: Senior Care Assistant – Nights
Salary: £14.80 per hour + incentives
Hours: Full-time, 3 x 12-hour night shifts (7pm–7am) per week, including alternate weekends
Location: Walkeringham area
About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our night team. You’ll lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and support the care team during night shifts.
Promote residents’ independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
Administer and accurately record medications.
Maintain high standards in care documentation and medication audits.
Support and mentor team members through regular one-to-ones.
About You
Essential:
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care.
2+ years’ experience as a Care Assistant in a residential or nursing home.
Knowledge of person-centred care and safeguarding practices.
Live within 30 minutes of the home.
Preferred:
Experience caring for residents with dementia.
NVQ Level 4 or higher.
Leadership experience in a similar setting.
Benefits:
Competitive pay with performance-related annual increases (up to 8%).
28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).
Fully funded qualifications and training with bonuses of up to £500.
Refer-a-friend bonus – up to £1,000.
Discounted meals (£1 per course), free DBS check, and uniforms.
Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
Apply today to take the next step in your care career

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