Senior Healthcare Assistant

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant for night shifts in a nursing home setting in Hitchin. The role involves delivering person-centred care to older residents with complex needs, leading a care team, and ensuring medication is administered according to regulations. Candidates must possess a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care and have experience in a similar role. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £13.35, paid breaks included.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Uniform provided

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care is essential.
• Experience managing responsibility during night shifts.
• Proven experience in a nursing home or dementia care setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, person-centred care to residents throughout the night.
• Lead and coordinate the night care team.
• Administer medication as per training and policy.

Skills

Experience leading a care team

Medication administration

Working with older adults

Supervising staff

Calmness and leadership during night shifts

Education

Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Please note that this role DOES NOT offer Tier 2 sponsorship

Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) – Hitchin – £13.35 per hour – Night Shifts

Set in a beautiful Victorian house, this nursing home supports older people, including residents with higher and more complex needs. Night shifts are purposeful, with responsibility for maintaining standards, reassuring residents, and being a steady presence for both the team and the home. This role suits someone who is comfortable leading calmly, notices small changes, and takes pride in well‑run, thoughtful care.

Before You Apply

• This role DOES NOT offer Tier 2 Sponsorship.
• This role requires a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care.
• Applicants must have experience leading a care team and administering medication.
• This position is not suitable for candidates without experience supporting older adults.

Key Job Details

• Hourly Rate: £13.35, paid breaks included
• Hours per week: 36 or 48
• Shifts: Permanent, night shifts
• Shift Times: 7:00-7:00
• Setting: Nursing home setting (older adults, higher needs)
• Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Structured handovers and established care routines
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Pension scheme and overtime rates
• Ongoing training and development
• Uniform provided
• Long service awards and recognition scheme

What You’ll Need

Essential

• Level 3 in Health and Social Care
• Medication administration training and experience
• Proven experience working with older adults
• Experience leading or supervising staff on shift
• Confidence managing responsibility during night shifts

• Experience in a nursing home or dementia care setting

What You’ll Do

• Deliver safe, person‑centred care to residents throughout the night
• Lead and coordinate the night care team
• Act as the senior point of contact for incidents or clinical concerns
• Administer medication in line with training and policy
• Complete accurate care records and night handovers
• Maintain a calm, safe environment for residents and staff
• Support and guide junior care staff on shift

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly. Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly with clear next steps.
The process is straightforward, professional, and transparent throughout.