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Senior Night Care AssistantNHS

Melbourn, SG8 6FY Permanent £15.49
Posted 4 August 2026 Closing date 3 October 2026
Meldreth Rail Station (1 mile away) Royston Bus Station (3.0 miles away)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Senior Night Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Night Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. ABOUT YOU You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Night Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You'll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training opportunities, so there's no limit to how far you can go with us. Many of our Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Night Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will be responsible for attending to the various needs of residents, ensuring quality, person-centred care, and support. Your job will include supervising a team of dedicated Care Assistants with the Deputy General Manager, as well as supporting the clinical team with specific duties such as handling medication, assessments, and care plans. Candidates are expected to uphold the dignity and preferences of the residents, creating a warm and vibrant living environment. You must have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and have a sound knowledge of elderly clinical care. Barchester Healthcare values compassion and commitment, aiming for individualised care for each resident. There are opportunities for career growth through continuous training, and many in the Senior Care Assistant role progress into positions including Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Senior Night Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Night Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant.

ABOUT YOU You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Night Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You'll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training opportunities, so there's no limit to how far you can go with us. Many of our Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your motivational and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is committed to delivering high-quality care and support to its residents. As an organization, Barchester prides itself on providing person-centred care within its homes, aiming to create a welcoming, vibrant, and dignified environment. Barchester Healthcare is known for its focus on compassion, warmth, and individualised attention, setting high standards in elderly care. This organisation places a strong emphasis on the growth and development of its staff, offering continuous training opportunities and career progression paths. By fostering a nurturing and supportive atmosphere, Barchester Healthcare ensures the best possible care and well-being for both its residents and its employees, thus maintaining its reputation as a leading provider of aged care services in the community.

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