Senior Care Assistant - Nights

Anchor Hanover Group; Buntingford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training and career progress

Supportive team environment

Not-for-profit employer

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group in Layston Grove, Buntingford (SG9 9SU) is seeking a Senior Care Assistant (Nights) to lead night shifts, deliver person-centred care and support a team from 8:00pm to 8:00am. The role is permanent nights at Layston Grove, part of England's largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for older people.

You'll oversee the night team, administer medications, review care plans and mentor colleagues while maintaining the highest standards of care and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or an experienced Care Assistant ready for the next step
• NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Medication administration experience
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for delivering high-quality care

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the care team during each shift
• Administering medication safely
• Updating and reviewing care plans
• Supporting, coaching and mentoring colleagues
• Completing staff supervisions and return-to-work discussions
• Ensuring residents receive outstanding care in a safe, welcoming environment

Skills

Leadership

Medication administration

Care plan review

Coaching staff

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant (Nights)
Layston Grove, Buntingford (SG9 9SU)
£15.11 per hour | 42 hours per week | Permanent Nights (8:00pm – 8:00am)

Rated 9.6/10 on carehome.co.uk | Rated Good by the CQC

Due to growing demand, we're currently recruiting four Senior Care Assistants (Nights) to join our team.

Looking for your next step in care?

Join Layston Grove, a modern, purpose-built care home where you'll play a key role in delivering outstanding care, leading by example and supporting your team to provide the highest standards every night. As part of Anchor, England's largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for older people, you'll join an organisation that invests in its people and offers genuine opportunities for career development. This role is ideal for an experienced Care Team Leader or a Senior Care Assistant ready to take the next step in their career.

The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll take the lead on shift, ensuring exceptional, person-centred care is delivered while supporting and motivating your team throughout the night.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting the care team during each shift
• Administering medication safely
• Updating and reviewing care plans
• Supporting, coaching and mentoring colleagues
• Completing staff supervisions and return-to-work discussions
• Ensuring residents receive outstanding care in a safe, welcoming environment

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or an experienced Care Assistant ready for the next step
• NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Medication administration experience
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for delivering high-quality care

Why Join Anchor?

• Work for England's largest not-for-profit care provider
• Join a Good CQC-rated home with a 9.6/10 carehome.co.uk rating
• Be part of a supportive, friendly team where your contribution is recognised
• Excellent training, development and career progression opportunities
• Make a meaningful difference to residents every single shift

Convenient location

Layston Grove is easily accessible via the A10 and is within commuting distance of Bishop's Stortford, Stevenage, Royston, Letchworth Garden City, Ware, Hertford and surrounding villages. Local bus routes also provide convenient access to the home.

Before you apply

You must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer visa sponsorship for this position.