Senior Care Assistant

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd; Stamfordham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Care Assistant to lead the night shift in Teesside. You will safeguard residents' welfare, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality, person-centred care while administering medications in line with policy.

The role demands strong leadership, excellent communication, and a compassionate, professional approach to enhance residents' wellbeing and independence within modern residential settings.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Level 3 Medication qualification.
• Previous experience in a Senior Care Assistant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of medication management.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A caring, compassionate, and professional approach.
• Passion for delivering exceptional care and improving lives.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the care team during night shifts.
• Ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, person-centred care.
• Administering medication in line with policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate care plans and care records.
• Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding appropriately to changing needs.
• Building positive relationships with residents and their families.
• Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals and colleagues.
• Promoting safeguarding and resident welfare at all times.
• Acting as a role model for best practice and quality care.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Empathy

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Level 3 Medication qualification

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your care career? Gillespie Recruitment is proud to be working with a highly respected care provider to recruit experienced Senior Care Assistants for modern residential care settings in Teesside. This is an opportunity for a compassionate and confident care professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding person-centred care while leading and supporting a dedicated care team. If you thrive in an environment where residents come first and where your experience, leadership, and commitment genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring residents receive the highest standard of care throughout the night. You'll support the wellbeing, dignity, and independence of residents while supervising care staff and maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting the care team during night shifts
• Ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, person-centred care
• Administering medication in line with policies and procedures
• Maintaining accurate care plans and care records
• Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding appropriately to changing needs
• Building positive relationships with residents and their families
• Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals and colleagues
• Promoting safeguarding and resident welfare at all times
• Acting as a role model for best practice and quality care

What We're Looking For

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Level 3 Medication qualification
• Previous experience in a Senior Care Assistant or similar role
• Strong understanding of medication management
• Knowledge of CQC standards and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate, and professional approach
• Passion for delivering exceptional care and improving lives

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay of £14.75 per hour
• Permanent full-time night shifts
• Opportunity to join a respected care provider
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference every day

If you're an experienced Senior Care Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and resident-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.