Night Senior Care Lead - Compassionate Resident Support

Actpcherbourg; Exeter; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lilacs in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Night Senior Care Assistant for a full-time role. You will support residents overnight, assist with personal care, mobility and wellbeing, and help ensure a safe, comfortable environment.

You will contribute to care plans, monitor nutrition, assist with dressing and hygiene, and work closely with the Care Home Manager to maintain high standards of health and safety. Previous experience in care settings is desirable.

Qualifications

• Assist in the staff supervision as directed by the Care Home Manager; help, assist in the orientation of new staff, support their training and development.
• To participate in counselling sessions and where required, the disciplinary process.
• To assist the Care Home Manager in identifying staff training needs.
• To participate in service training programmes.
• To attend relevant courses and conferences with the Company.
• To compile duty staff rotas.
• Previous experience in a care home, hospital, or similar kitchen environment is desirable but not essential
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Good communication skills with a professional and respectful approach to colleagues and residents
• Compassionate and patient nature, with a 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
• A positive, flexible attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to changing needs

Responsibilities

• Care for residents with development of individual care plans including nutritional needs and moving and handling requirements.
• Assist residents with dressing, undressing, bathing and toilet.
• Help residents with mobility problems and use of aids.
• Care for residents who are temporarily sick or have minor dressings.
• Assist residents who are dying.
• Make beds, tidy rooms, light cleaning, empty commodes.
• Inspect laundry and arrange repairs with housekeeper.
• Promote mental and physical activities with residents.

Skills

Staff supervision

Counselling sessions

Training needs

Service training

Courses & conferences

Duty rotas

Organisational skills

Communication

Compassionate & patient

Manual handling

Flexible attitude

Job description

The Lilacs in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Night Senior Care Assistant for a full-time role. You will support residents overnight, assist with personal care, mobility and wellbeing, and help ensure a safe, comfortable environment.

You will contribute to care plans, monitor nutrition, assist with dressing and hygiene, and work closely with the Care Home Manager to maintain high standards of health and safety. Previous experience in care settings is desirable.