Night Senior Care Leader: Guiding Dignity-Driven Care

Pivotal People; Brighton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days' annual leave (including bank)

Pension Scheme with 3% employer match

Fully funded training and quals

Meals on shift

24/7 wellbeing support

Refer a friend £500

Shift incentives

DBS check and uniform

Job summary

Walkeringham Care Home is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead the night team in a residential setting near Walkeringham. The role focuses on guiding staff, supporting residents, and ensuring consistent, high-quality care during night hours.

Applicants should have at least two years in a residential or nursing home and hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care. The position requires a resilient, fair leader with a person-centred approach and safeguarding awareness.

Qualifications

• Two years of genuine experience in a residential or nursing home environment.
• Level 3 Health & Social Care certification is essential for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead night shifts with authority and warmth, supporting residents through the night.
• Mentor junior team members with regular one-to-ones.
• Champion person-centred care and challenge poor practice when observed.
• Contribute to shift handovers and care planning.
• Ensure high standards of care across the night shift.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Person-centred care

Safeguarding knowledge

Reliability

Education

Health & Social Care Level 3

Job description

Walkeringham Care Home is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead the night team in a residential setting near Walkeringham. The role focuses on guiding staff, supporting residents, and ensuring consistent, high-quality care during night hours.

Applicants should have at least two years in a residential or nursing home and hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care. The position requires a resilient, fair leader with a person-centred approach and safeguarding awareness.