Senior Care Assistant - Nights

Job description

Orchard House are actively recruiting for experienced, high quality Senior Healthcare Assistants (Night Shifts) to join our friendly team. Don't delay, apply today.

Responsibilities

Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and feeding.

Providing physical and mental stimulation by taking part in recreational and social activities or events with residents, both individually and as a group.

Taking responsibility for the physical and emotional well-being and social needs of the residents.

Being aware and participating in the development of resident care plans and having full awareness of any specialist support needs.

Assisting residents with mobility and support.

Administering residents' medication.

Taking responsibility for the allocation of staff duties, and overseeing the daily charts.

Participating in residents' review meetings with external bodies.

Supervising the care staff.

Requirements

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

Previous experience in a care environment.

A kind, caring and compassionate nature.

Passionate and keen to develop new skills.

A good listener with patience.

Flexibility, due to shift work.

Ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.

Ability to organise efficiently and prioritise workloads whilst under pressure.

Proof of right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support to further your career.

Full and comprehensive induction.

Company pension scheme.

Wide variety of health benefits.

Paid annual leave (pro rata).

Refer a friend bonus.

Two free uniforms.

Sound like a company you would like to work for? Then what are you waiting for, click apply today and let's get started!

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wisbech

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English