Night Senior Carer

Raycare Ltd; Aughton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Raycare Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a reliable Senior Night Carer to lead our night team. You will ensure residents are safe, comfortable, and well-supported, taking responsibility for medication administration and delegating tasks to staff.

The role involves liaising with GPs, District Nurses, and other on-call services, conducting night checks, following care plans, and handing over clearly to day staff with notes for follow-up.

Qualifications

• Experience in night-time elder care with medication administration.
• Ability to lead and support a night care team effectively.
• Knowledge of CQC standards, GDPR, and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support night care staff — delegate duties clearly and fairly.
• Monitor standards, guide junior carers, and ensure all tasks are completed correctly.
• Be the first point of contact for the home during the night.
• Liaise directly with GPs, District Nurses, Ambulance, and Out-of-Hours services.
• Handover fully to day staff — highlight changes, concerns, and follow-up actions.

Skills

Leadership

Night shift supervision

Medication administration

Team delegation

Communication with healthcare

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a reliable, compassionate Senior Night Carer to lead our night team. You’ll ensure residents are safe, comfortable, and well-supported — taking extra responsibility for medication administration, delegating tasks to staff, and liaising with external professionals throughout the night.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Senior Leadership & Team Support

• Lead and support night care staff — delegate duties clearly and fairly
• Monitor standards, guide junior carers, and ensure all tasks are completed correctly
• Be the first point of contact for the home during the night
• Set a calm, professional tone; resolve any concerns promptly

Medication Administration

• Administer medicines accurately following the 6 Rs and MAR chart records
• Check stock, report discrepancies, and ensure secure storage
• Promptly notify the manager/GP of missed doses, reactions, or concerns
• Support staff with medication queries and reinforce best practice

Professional Liaison & Communication

• Liaise directly with GPs, District Nurses, Ambulance, and Out-of-Hours services
• Coordinate urgent referrals, admissions, or transfers — keep records clear
• Update the Registered Manager / On-Call Manager immediately on all serious matters
• Handover fully to day staff — highlight changes, concerns, and follow-up actions

Resident Care & Safety

• Provide person-centred care: personal support, comfort, reassurance, and toileting
• Conduct timed, recorded night checks — respond promptly to all nurse calls
• Follow care plans, risk assessments, MCA/DoLS, and safeguarding procedures
• Monitor health changes — report and document observations, pain, or deterioration
• Maintain infection control, cleanliness, and home security

Compliance & Records

• Complete accurate, legible, timely documentation
• Ensure all staff entries are signed and dated
• Follow CQC standards, GDPR, and all home policies
• Attend training, supervision, and team meetings