Senior Care Assistant - Nights

Avery Healthcare Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Senior Care Assistant - Nights at Acer Court Care Home in Nuthall, Nottinghamshire. You will work with the care team to deliver high-quality personal care in a warm, respectful environment for residents.

The role requires an NVQ 3 in care for care homes and at least two years of relevant experience. You will communicate effectively with residents, families and professionals, and support colleagues across shifts.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar care environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Positive attitude towards residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of personal care and support to residents.
• Assist with medication management as required.
• Support the care team and mentor junior staff.
• Liaise with relatives and health professionals as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

NVQ 3 in care for care homes

Job description

The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Acer Court Care Home, 172 Nottingham Road, Nuthall, Nottinghamshire

Job Reference averyhealthcare/TP/656/6644

Contract Type:

Permanent

£13.27 per hour

Total vacant hours:

33

Location:

Acer Court Care Home, 172 Nottingham Road, Nuthall, Nottinghamshire

Closing Date:

08/10/2026

Job Category:

Care

Region / Division:

North Division

Job Introduction

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

We’re now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant - Nights at Acer Court Care Home in Nuthall. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be to support and work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open, supportive , and inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff .

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation.
• Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations.
• Supporting residents with their medication requirements.
• Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required.
• Actingas a key point for contact with residents, theirrelativesand visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are actedupon,and concerns or complaints are escalated.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive , honest , respectful, and accountable in all that you do .

Our ideal candidatemust:

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years’ experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, we’re not just one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes – we’re a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.