Senior Night Care Assistant – Residential Home

St-Andrews-Nursing-and-Care-Home; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rise

Annual leave

Nest pension

Bonusly points

Training funding

Refer a friend

Meals on shift

Shift incentives

Employee assistance programme

DBS & uniforms

Job summary

St Andrews Nursing and Care Home in Sleaford, NG34 9PL, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for night shifts (7pm–7am). The role offers permanent full-time employment with a £16.31/hour base pay (£15.31/hour for under-21s) and a £750 sign-on bonus after three months.

The job involves leading night shifts, ensuring high standards of care, and supporting residents with daily living, medication rounds, and accurate charting.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as a Care Assistant in residential/nursing home setting.
• Live within 30 minutes of the Home.
• Awareness of Person-Centred Care Planning.
• Understanding of abuse prevention and reporting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide the highest level of care and support residents in daily living.
• Promote independence with dignity and respect and share handovers.
• Lead shifts to maintain high standards and support the team.
• Complete daily medication rounds accurately and document diligently.
• Promote best practice and conduct two‑monthly one‑to‑ones; investigate concerns as directed.

Skills

Leadership skills

People skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registered Nurse or NVQ/Diploma level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

St Andrews Nursing and Care Home in Sleaford, NG34 9PL, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for night shifts (7pm–7am). The role offers permanent full-time employment with a £16.31/hour base pay (£15.31/hour for under-21s) and a £750 sign-on bonus after three months.

The job involves leading night shifts, ensuring high standards of care, and supporting residents with daily living, medication rounds, and accurate charting.