Senior Care Assistant Night

Taras Retreat; St Albans; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care home in St Albans is seeking a Senior Night Care Assistant to oversee the home and ensure resident safety during the night shift. You will be responsible for executing care and cleaning duties, support the management in their absence, and lead the team effectively. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong leadership and compassionate care skills. Competitive hourly rates of £14.21 on weekdays and £14.50 on weekends are offered for full-time roles.

Qualifications

• Experience in care roles, ideally in night shifts.
• Ability to follow emergency plans and procedures.
• Strong communication skills for team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Perform care duties and assist with cleaning.
• Help manage the home in the absence of higher staff.
• Conduct handovers to ensure resident safety.

Skills

Leadership

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Night Care Assistant to be accountable for the home and the residents, who will create a calm and secure atmosphere throughout the night. Ensuring regular checks according to each resident's individual needs, and leading the team on the floor.

Rate of Pay

Weekday £14.21

Weekend £14.50

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Hours

Full time at 36 Hours

St Albans - Tara's Retreat

Care & Wellbeing

Working in care can be challenging, but it's also one of the most rewarding jobs that you can do. When you join the B&M Care family, our 'whole home approach' ensures that you will be supported as part of a caring, compassionate team.

Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to :

• Perform care duties and assist with cleaning duties throughout the duration of the entire night shift.
• Assist the Manager, Deputy Manager and Assistant Manager in the running of the home in an efficient and caring manner in their absence.
• Be fully aware of the contingency and emergency plan of the home.
• Ensure a walking handover is carried out and that all residents are accounted for at the start and the end of the shift.

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