Night Care Specialist for Compassionate Senior Living

Stonehaven Healthcare Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonehaven Healthcare Ltd, based at The Lilacs in Exeter, is seeking a Night Senior Care Assistant for a full-time position. You will work nights, supporting residents with daily living tasks, care planning, and safety protocols.

The role requires compassionate, patient individuals with strong organisational and communication skills. The pay rate ranges from £13.68 to £14.83 per hour, and eligibility to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Assist in staff supervision and staff training as directed by the Care Home Manager.
• Participate in counselling sessions and disciplinary process when required.
• Assist in identifying staff training needs and participate in service training programmes.
• Attend relevant courses and conferences with the Company.
• Compile duty staff rotas.
• Previous experience in a care home, hospital, or similar kitchen environment is desirable.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills; able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Good communication skills with a professional and respectful approach to colleagues and residents.
• Compassionate and patient with genuine interest in improving the lives of older or vulnerable people.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and carry out manual handling and cleaning tasks.
• Positive, flexible attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Care for residents and assist with daily living tasks.
• Assist in developing individual care plans including nutrition, mobility, continence and pressure sore prevention.
• Assist residents with dressing, undressing, bathing, and toilet needs.
• Support residents with mobility and use of aids/equipment.
• Care for residents who are ill or require minor dressings; help with bed nursing if needed.
• Assist with beds, room tidying, light cleaning and emptying commodes.
• Promote mental and physical activities by talking with residents and facilitating reading, writing, hobbies and recreation.
• Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations.
• Liaise with Care Home Manager, Social Services and residents' relatives as needed.
• Record petty cash and residents' funds transactions accurately.
• Uphold the home’s good reputation and safety standards, including hazard awareness and signage.
• Answer call bells, front door, and welcome visitors.

Skills

Staff supervision

Counselling

Training needs

Service training

Courses & conferences

Duty rotas

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Compassionate

Manual handling

Flexible attitude

Willing to learn

Job description

Stonehaven Healthcare Ltd, based at The Lilacs in Exeter, is seeking a Night Senior Care Assistant for a full-time position. You will work nights, supporting residents with daily living tasks, care planning, and safety protocols.

The role requires compassionate, patient individuals with strong organisational and communication skills. The pay rate ranges from £13.68 to £14.83 per hour, and eligibility to work in the UK is required.