Senior Care Assistant - Nights

TN United Kingdom; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their dedicated team in Sevenoaks. This role offers the opportunity to supervise and inspire a group of Care Assistants, ensuring high standards of care and support for residents. With a commitment to staff development and a range of rewards including paid holidays and career progression opportunities, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Join a respected charity that values your contributions and supports your career growth.

Benefits

Free learning and development

Paid breaks

Up to 28 days paid holiday

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Death in Service benefit

Length of Service Awards

Incentive bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience at a similar level is essential.
• Commitment to person-centred care is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspire a team of Care Assistants.
• Administer medication and develop care plans.

Skills

Person-centred care

Medication administration

Team leadership

Care plan development

Education

RQF diploma in Social Care Level 2

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Posted:

24.04.2025

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08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Would you like to continue your career with the number one care charity in England? Greensleeves Care is endorsed by Skills for Care and is an Assured City and Guilds Provider, offering a range of free learning and development opportunities for staff.

If you seek full or part-time hours, competitive pay rates, and an exciting career path, see the details below.

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Care Assistant in a Greensleeves Care Home, you will supervise and inspire a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy Manager. Your responsibilities include leading staff meetings, training, supervision, appraisals, and development activities. You will also administer medication, carry out assessments, and develop care plans. All staff are expected to respect residents' dignity and preferences, creating a warm, welcoming, and comfortable environment.

What you’ll need

You should have an RQF diploma in Social Care Level 2 (or equivalent) and previous experience at a similar level. Experience in safe medication administration and a commitment to person-centred care are essential. Applications are encouraged from HCAs, Support Workers, and Domiciliary Carers.

Rewards Package

Includes free learning and development, free DBS checks, paid breaks, up to 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata, including Bank Holidays), opportunities for RQF level qualifications, recognition of career milestones, pension scheme, wellbeing support, Death in Service benefit, Length of Service Awards, voluntary lifestyle benefits, incentive bonus scheme, and Employee Assistance Programme.

We support career progression, with staff moving from care roles to senior positions and beyond. Your career can start here!