Senior Care Assistant - Care Home
About this role
Job Advertisement: Senior Care Assistant (Permanent - Nights)
Position Overview
Role: Senior Care Assistant - Care Home (Permanent)
Location: Assisted Living at Stamford Bridge Beaumont, Buttercrambe Road, Stamford Bridge, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO41 1AJ
Pay Rate: £15.42 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 36.00 hours per week
Shift: Nights
Closing Date: 29 August 2026
About the Role
Are you a dedicated care professional looking for a permanent night-time role with incredible opportunities for professional growth?
Working as a permanent Senior Care Assistant through our supportive bridge staffing agency on behalf of Barchester Healthcare, you will look after the diverse needs of residents to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. In this role, you will supervise and inspire a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager, while providing crucial support to the clinical team in areas such as medication administration, assessments, care plans, and care reviews.
Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do)
Supervise, guide, and motivate a team of Care Assistants during night shifts.
Support the clinical team with medication management, care assessments, plans, and reviews.
Attend to the varied needs of residents while consistently respecting their dignity and personal preferences.
Help maintain a warm, safe, welcoming, and vibrant living environment overnight.
Candidate Requirements (What You'll Need)
NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.
Specific, practical knowledge of clinical care for the elderly.
A warm-hearted, compassionate disposition with a genuine commitment to individualised care.
Strong leadership, motivational, and interpersonal skills.
Note: Excellent career progression pathways are available, with many Senior Care Assistants advancing into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles.
Rewards & Benefits Package
Competitive Pay: Excellent hourly rate of £15.42 for 36 hours per week.
Professional Development: Free training and development opportunities for all roles.
Wellbeing Support: Access to comprehensive wellbeing and support tools.
Perks & Recognition: A range of retail discounts and savings, "Employee of the Month" rewards, "Long Service Awards," and an unlimited 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.