Senior Care Assistant on Nights

Ideal Carehomes; Lydgate; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Ideal Carehomes is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for night shifts in Lydgate. Join a growing family of luxury care homes, offering substantial pay, a structured career path, and exceptional training. The role requires NVQ level 2 qualifications and 6 months experience in the care sector.

Benefits

Higher than average pay rates

Paid breaks and Bank Holidays

28 days holiday

Uniform/DBS provided

Regular staff social events

Free onsite parking

Luxury purpose-built environment

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• 6 months as a Senior/Team Leader in a Residential Care Home setting required.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 qualification.
• NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in daily activities and care.
• Meet the needs and preferences of residents.
• Work collaboratively with other staff and management.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Education

NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care

Willingness to complete Level 3

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Nights, Lydgate

Client: Ideal Carehomes

Location: Lydgate, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e1a5ad131e03

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Care Assistant - Lydgate Lodge, Soothill Lane, Batley, WF17 6EZ

Salary: £13.42 per hour + paid breaks - 42 hours per week

• Fast-track your care career with Ideal Carehomes
• Be part of our growing family of luxury care homes
• Shift pattern: 3 on/3 off, 8pm - 8am
• Excellent rates of pay

Qualifications: NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care is essential; willingness to complete Level 3 required.

Experience: At least 6 months as a Senior / Team Leader in a Residential Care Home setting is essential.

Ideal Carehomes supports your career growth towards Deputy Manager and beyond. We offer:

• Higher than average pay rates
• Exceptional training and career development
• Paid breaks and Bank Holidays
• 28 days holiday
• Uniform/DBS provided
• Regular staff social events
• Free onsite parking and close to transport links
• Luxury purpose-built environment
• Additional shifts available
• Refer a friend scheme
• Opportunities for trips and activities with residents

Here's what staff say:

“I feel that Ideal Carehomes is a really good company to work for. There are lots of additional benefits and you get recognised for the work that you do. If it wasn’t for the training and support provided, I wouldn’t be where I am today.” - Sophie, Deputy Manager