Senior Care Assistant - Nights

About the role

We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join our award‑winning team at a residential care home in South East England. Working the night shift, you will support the care team in delivering high‑quality personal care and creating a safe, inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor each resident’s wellbeing, recognise changes, and update care plans accordingly.
• Participate in person‑centred care planning, implement actions, monitor progress and conduct monthly evaluations.
• Assist residents with their medication requirements.
• Carry out staff supervisions and support the development of team members.
• Serve as the primary contact for residents, relatives, visitors and health‑social‑care professionals, handling requests and escalating concerns or complaints.

Required profile

• Demonstrate the values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable behaviour.
• Hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in care for care homes.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a similar residential care setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude towards supporting and nurturing both residents and staff.
• Flexible and responsive to cover a range of duties as needed.

Required skills

What we offer

• A supportive, close‑knit team culture that values respect and compassion.
• Opportunities for learning, development and career progression.
• Commitment to employee wellbeing and recognition of hard work.