Night Senior Care Assistant

Care Concern Group; Larkhall; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG issued

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Care Concern Group's Ashlea Court Care Home is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to support a team in delivering safe, person-centred care for 86 residents.

You will oversee shifts, assist with medications, monitor residents, and maintain care records while communicating with families and healthcare professionals.

The role requires SVQ2 (Level 3 desirable) and medication competency, plus strong leadership and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum); Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Medication administration training with competency is essential.
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication management and monitoring residents’ wellbeing.
• Ensure accurate care records and clear communication with families and healthcare professionals.
• Manage shift operations to maintain safety and continuity of care.

Skills

Medication administration

Team leadership

Communication

Caring approach

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

SVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Job description

Our care home is nestled in the urban yet accessible Ashgill. We offer Nursing, Residential, Dementia & Respite care for 86-residents.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.50 per hour
• Contracted to 36 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Senior Care Assistant, you will guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference every day to our residents. You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised, consistent and delivered to a high standard. Alongside providing hands on care, you will oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to any changes, ensuring care remains safe and appropriate. You will maintain accurate care records and work closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.

We Are Looking For

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

About Us

Ashlea Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.