Night Senior Care Leader - Lead Care & Grow Professionally

Foley Grange Care Home; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - access to earned pay

Nutritious meal during shifts

GP Online for you and dependants

Job summary

Foley Grange Care Home in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team during night shifts. You will ensure safe, person-centred care and oversee medication administration while maintaining clear records and liaising with families and healthcare professionals.

The role requires a minimum SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care; Level 3 is desirable, with willingness to work towards it. A compassionate, professional approach and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• SVQ/NVQ 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 your team in delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee the smooth running of your shift and ensure care is well organised and delivered to a high standard.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Patient care

Team supervision

Empathy

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Foley Grange Care Home in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team during night shifts. You will ensure safe, person-centred care and oversee medication administration while maintaining clear records and liaising with families and healthcare professionals.

The role requires a minimum SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care; Level 3 is desirable, with willingness to work towards it. A compassionate, professional approach and strong leadership are essential.