Night Senior Care Assistant

Avalon Park Care Home; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream – access to earned pay

Nutritious meals during shifts

GP Online for you and dependants under

Access to discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)

Learning and development with career进

Refer a Friend bonus up to £1000

Job summary

Avalon Park Care Home in Oldham is seeking a Night Senior Care Assistant to guide a care team and deliver high-quality, person-centred care on night shifts. You will help manage the smooth running of your shift, oversee medication administration, monitor residents’ wellbeing and maintain clear care records.

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is required with Level 3 desirable or willingness to study. This role offers benefits including DBS, pension, uniform, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Medication administration training with competency is essential.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial.
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference to our residents.
• Oversee medication administration, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to changes to ensure safe care.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals for continuity of care.

Skills

Medication administration

Leadership

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Level 3 in Health & Social Care desirable or willingness to work towards

Job description

Care and Support - Avalon Park Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Nights

Contracted hours: 33 or 44hrs per week

About Avalon Park Care Home
Avalon Park Care Home in Oldham provides residential and residential dementia care for older people. With 58 bedrooms, the home offers a welcoming environment focused on person centred care, wellbeing and independence. As part of the team, you will work alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment, helping residents enjoy meaningful daily lives while developing your skills and experience.

Night Senior Care Assistant Contract

• Contracted to 33 or 44 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview
As Night 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

• NVQ 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

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role

About Care Concern Group
Avalon Parkis part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.
If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.