Night Senior Care Assistant

Care Concern Group; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Meal during shifts

GP Online

Discounts access

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development

Career progression

Long Service Awards

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Newlands Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, in the Heaton Moor area of Stockport, seeks a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to lead a night shift and deliver high-quality, person-centred care for our 69-bed home. You will guide your team, oversee medications, and ensure smooth shift operation with strong teamwork.

With NVQ Level 2 as a minimum and Level 3 desirable, you’ll join a supportive environment offering ongoing development and a comprehensive benefits package, including DBS, pension,

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care; 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 your team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Ensure care is well organized, consistent and delivered to a high standard.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and professionals.

Skills

Medication administration

Team leadership

Communication

Compassion

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Level 3 desirable or progression

Job description

About Newlands Care Home

Our 69 bedded home provides residential and nursing care in the peaceful Heaton Moor area of Stockport. Newlands offers stylish living spaces, beautiful gardens and the luxury Beeches Suite, alongside a friendly team who are passionate about delivering kind care and making a difference every day.

About Newlands Care Home

Our 69 bedded home provides residential and nursing care in the peaceful Heaton Moor area of Stockport. Newlands offers stylish living spaces, beautiful gardens and the luxury Beeches Suite, alongside a friendly team who are passionate about delivering kind care and making a difference every day.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.35 - £14.95 per hour
• Contracted to 33 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)
• This vacancy is for Night shifts

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

• 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

Newlands is 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.