Senior Care Assistant (Nights)

Dovehaven Care Homes; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

£300 Welcome Bonus

Paid DBS

Free parking

Full induction before first shift

Ongoing training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Garden Lodge Care Home in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Care Assistant (Nights) to lead the care team during night shifts and ensure residents receive compassionate, person-centred care.

You will work 7pm–7am on a rota, 33 hours per week, with every other weekend, and you will supervise staff, maintain records, and ensure compliance with CQC guidelines.

The role offers a Real Living Wage, a £300 welcome bonus, paid induction and DBS, and opportunities for training and progression within Dovehaven.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in health & social care or equivalent.
• Experience in elderly care is preferred.
• Ability to work night shifts independently and to follow care plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise care staff to ensure high standards of resident care.
• Provide compassionate personal care and support to residents.
• Assist with mealtimes, records, and health needs while on night duty.
• Maintain accurate resident records and communicate with families as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Empathy

Self-motivation

Organised

Education

NVQ level 2 in health & social care

Job description

*Please note we do not offer Sponsorship*

£300 WELCOME BONUS!

Senior Care Assistant (Nights)

Garden Lodge Residential Home, Netherley, Liverpool

33hour contract- Threenights a week

7pm- 7am on a rota basis with every other weekend availabilityrequired.

Real Living Wage(Premium pay on Care Workers)

Looking for a rewarding role where flexibility and teamwork go hand in hand?

At Dovehaven, we don’t just fill shifts,we build teams people want to stay in.

Whether you thrive in the energy of the day or the calm focus of the night, this is a role where you’re trusted, supported, and genuinely valued.

Why People Choose This Role

• 12-hour shifts = more full days off

• Real Living Wage,because your work matters

• Strong, supportive team on every shift

• Paid training before you start,not thrown in at the deep end

• A calmer, more focused environment on nights

• Clear routines, real responsibility, and time to care properly

A Role That Fits How You Work

Night shiftsare ideal if you prefer:

• A quieter, more structured pace

• Working closely with a small, trusted team

• Having the space to deliver thoughtful, person-centred care

• Greater autonomy and responsibility

About Garden Lodge Care Home

Garden Lodge catersfor up to 48residents. The home specialises in dementia guaranteeing excellent residential care, and comfort from a team who are genuinely passionate about their care standards and their residents. Our homes promote independence, dignity and respect through positive risk taking and empowerment

Take a lookat the home: Brooklands Care Home | Dementia | Liverpool | Cheshire & Merseyside

About the role:

As the Senior Care Assistant, you will be tasked with managing the care team within the Home and ensuring that care staff are adhering to CQC guidelines whilst providing exceptional levels of care to residents. You will promote and deliver high standards of care and supervise and support less experienced staff to enable them to fully contribute to the care provided within the Home.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate compassion, empathy and a person-centred approach to caring for older people.
• Self-motivated, resilient and well-organised
• Able to work well under pressure and flexible to meet the needs of the residents and the Home.
• Provide assistance, personal care, activities and companionship to residents
• Be alert to residents’ needs, health and wellbeing
• Respect the residents’ dignity and privacy
• Work with residents and their families to deliver tailored care to each individual
• Assist with mealtimes and safe moving
• Maintain accurate records for each resident

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Committed to providing a high standard of care, promoting dignity and respect.
• Previous experience working within an elderly care setting.
• Team player but able to work on your own initiative.
• Dependable, able to work well under pressure and flexible to meet the needs of the Home.
• Previous supervisory experience within a care/nursing home setting and experience of working with the elderly.
• A minimum of a NVQ level 2 in health & social care along with a dedicated passion for providing exceptional care.

What Matters Most

We will train you to be the best carer you can be.

We’re looking for people who are:

• Calm, dependable, and compassionate

• Comfortable working independently (especially at night)

• Team players who support others

• Genuinely motivated to make a difference

What You’ll Get

• Real Living Wage

• 2 weekly pay

• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)

• Paid DBS

• Free parking

• Full induction before your first shift

• Ongoing training and development

• Career progression through Dovehaven Training Academy

• Uniform provided

Important Information

• Night shifts available

• Full-time contract

• Every other weekend required

• No sponsorship available

• Enhanced DBS required

As part of our recruitment process you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Their code of conduct can be found on the following link that you can copy and post to your web browser if you wish to read:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice

Welcome bonus is paid once 3 month probation is passed.