Job Title: Senior Care Assistant -  Days  or Nights
Location: Edwinstowe
Service Type: Care Home
Salary: £14.37 per hour plus incentives
Shifts:   Days or Nights, full time or part time 

Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our passionate and professional team. This role involves working day or night shifts (7pm-7am, / 7am - 7pm  3-4 shifts per week, including alternate weekends). The care home is a welcoming and homely environment, registered for 49 residents and offering personal, nursing, and dementia care.

If you are looking for a care environment where you can thrive, be recognised, and make a real difference in residents' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Responsibilities:

• Provide the highest standards of care, supporting residents in all aspects of daily living.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity, and wellbeing with a person-centred approach.
• Lead shifts to ensure the care team delivers consistent, high-quality care.
• Administer and document medications accurately and oversee daily chart completion.
• Mentor and support team members, promoting good practices and addressing areas of improvement.
• Participate in handovers and ensure excellent communication across shifts.

Requirements:

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care).
• At least two years of experience as a Care Assistant in a residential or nursing home setting.
• A strong understanding of person-centred care planning and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with a caring and enthusiastic attitude.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, with performance-related annual pay increases of up to 8%.
• Fully funded qualifications and up to £500 reward upon completion.
• Generous holiday allowance (28 days including Bank Holidays).
• Incentives for short-notice shifts
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support and wellbeing advice.
• Fully funded DBS checks and uniforms provided.
• Recognition rewards, including redeemable points for vouchers or cash

If you are an experienced Senior Care Assistant passionate about delivering high-quality care and looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply:
Apply or contact me directly, my name is Rebecca Chapple (Lead Healthcare Consultant) and my number is (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed) you can also text me on (phone number removed)
All conversations are treated in the strictest confidence.

*The actual rate of pay will be within these advertised bandings and will be dependent on your ability to demonstrate your competence during the interview.