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Senior Care Assistant

Job Description

Night Senior Care Assistant Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.20 per hour (rising to £13.85 from April 2025) + Paid Breaks + Overtime at £15.35 per hour
Annual Salary: £28,828.80 (rising to £30,248.40 from April 2025)
Welcome Bonus: £1,000 (£500 after passing 3-month probation, £500 after 6-month probation)
Valid for direct applicants from 17th January 2025

Join Our Award-Winning Care Team! Are you a compassionate and experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are hiring Night Senior Care Assistants to provide exceptional, person-centred care in a modern, state-of-the-art environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead, mentor, and support a dedicated care team while making a real difference in residents’ lives.

Your Role & Responsibilities:
  • Lead, mentor, and support a team of care assistants, ensuring high-quality care at all times.

  • Administer medication and monitor residents’ health, identifying any signs of deterioration.

  • Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for residents.

  • Conduct risk assessments and develop personalised care plans.

  • Maintain compliance with CQC regulations, professional standards, and company policies.

Working Hours: 8 PM – 8 AM shifts on a two-week rolling rota:

  • Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday

  • Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

What We’re Looking For:
  • Experience in elderly care and dementia care settings.

  • A strong background in overnight care and a commitment to person-centred care.

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).

  • Confidence in liaising with healthcare professionals and managing a care team.

What We Offer: ? Overtime paid at £15.35 per hour
  • Extra day’s annual leave for your birthday in 2025
  • Workplace Pension Scheme
  • Health Cash Plan Benefits (including discounted gym membership & employee assistance program)
  • Blue Light Card Membership
  • Refer a Friend Bonus
  • Free DBS check & on-site parking
If you’re looking for a rewarding role in an exceptional care setting, APPLY TODAY!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and support candidates from all backgrounds.

Please send your CV andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk