Senior Care Assistant

Evermore Care Homes; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care home as a Senior Care Assistant in Lancaster, where you'll lead a passionate team, ensure high-quality care, and support residents. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company Workplace Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan Benefits Package

Discounted gym membership

Free DBS check

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in elderly or dementia care.
• Experience providing care during night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and guide the care team during night shifts.
• Administer medication and observe residents' conditions.
• Conduct risk assessments and update care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Person-centred care

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Base pay range

Night Senior Care Assistant

Location: Lancaster, Lancashire

Service: Ashton Manor Care Home

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.85 per hour + Overtime £15.35

Annual Salary: £30,248.40 per year

Hours: 8pm - 8am shifts on a two-week rolling rota:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  
  

Evermore Care is seeking passionate and experienced Senior Care Assistants to join our team at Ashton Manor, a luxury, state-of-the-art care home in Lancaster. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, supervise, and mentor a team of care assistants while providing outstanding person-centred care to residents.

About the Role:

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will oversee and guide the care team, ensure high standards of care, and support residents through their night-time routines. You will be responsible for administering medication, observing changes in residents' conditions, and directing appropriate care. The ideal candidate will promote person-centred care, maintain professionalism, and liaise confidently with healthcare professionals.

Experience Required:

• Proven leadership experience in an elderly care or dementia care setting.
• Experience in providing care during night shifts.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
  
  

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding vulnerable adults’ policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and create or update care plans in line with residents’ needs and preferences.
• Follow professional standards and adhere to company policies, procedures, and regulations set by the Care Quality Commission.
  
  

About Us:

At Evermore Care, we prioritize delivering meaningful, person-centred care while supporting our team members’ continuous development. Our core values — Wellbeing, Respect, Community, and Freedom — guide every decision made within our service.

In 2024, Evermore Care was awarded the TOP 20 AWARD by carehome.co.uk and holds a CQC RATING OF GOOD.

About Ashton Manor:

Ashton Manor is a modern 67-bed care home in Lancaster, providing personal, dementia, and respite care. Each room is designed to a high standard, featuring stylish furnishings and video calling facilities. The home offers a variety of activities and amenities, including a beauty salon and a cinema room, creating an enriching environment for residents.

Benefits:

• In 2025 our sister company, Active Pathways, celebrates its 21st birthday, and all team members will receive an extra day's annual leave to celebrate their birthday!*
• Join a supportive and friendly team.
• Company Workplace Pension Scheme.
• Health Cash Plan Benefits Package.
• Discounted gym membership and employee assistance program.
• Access to Blue Light Card Membership.
• Competitive salary with additional leave for nursing roles.
• Refer a Friend scheme.
• Free DBS check and on-site parking.
  
  

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity as a Senior Care Assistant in an Outstanding service, APPLY TODAY!

Evermore Care Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to supporting individuals from all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is designed to help every applicant perform at their best.

• While this day may not always fall on your exact birthday due to service needs or non-working days, you can take it anytime within three months of your birthday.

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