Senior Night Care Assistant

Hampshire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to help create a warm, welcoming environment in our older adults homes. You will lead and support care staff, supervise shifts, monitor care practices and model high standards to ensure residents receive exceptional care.

You will also assist at night, support personal care and medication administration, tailor care plans to each resident, and build trusting relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Essential: Please see link to Candidate Pack
• Desirable: Please see link to Candidate Pack

Responsibilities

• Please refer to the Candidate Pack for full role information.

Job description

Job summary
Within our older adults homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Senior Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.
Main duties of the job

• Provide effective leadership: Motivate, train and support care staff through supervision and feedback, leading shifts, care practice monitoring and role modelling excellent standards.
• Support at night: Help with activities including personal care and administering medication, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents at night.
• Person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident.
• Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.

About us

• Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.
• Make a difference: Watch this short video to find out more about the important work our Older Adults Residential Teams do.
• Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.

Details
Date posted: 23 October 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £28,697 to £31,573 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: F0017-26-0206

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: Please see link to Candidate Pack
• Desirable: Please see link to Candidate Pack

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Essential: Please see link to Candidate Pack
• Desirable: Please see link to Candidate Pack

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details
Employer name: Hampshire County Council
Employer's website: https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs

For questions about the job, contact: Care Careers, [e-mail]

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