Acting Senior Care Assistant Nights

Job description

We're looking for an Acting Senior Care Assistant to join our friendly team at Douglas Court Care Home in Ivy Square, Derby. This full-time, permanent role pays £13.3 per hour. Part of the family-run Adept Care Homes , Douglas Court Care Home is a purpose-built, 43-bed residential dementia care home providing high-quality residential and dementia care in a supportive, welcoming environment. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding care, we'd love you to join us.

We're seeking a compassionate Acting Senior Care Assistant to join our team and make a real difference every day. In this role, you'll provide high-quality, person-centred care while stepping up to take on senior responsibilities such as administering medication, supporting and supervising care staff, keeping accurate records, and working closely with healthcare professionals. You'll play an important part in ensuring our residents receive respectful, personalised care that promotes their dignity and wellbeing. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their care career, developing leadership skills in a supportive and rewarding environment.

About the Acting Senior Care Assistant role

Pay of £13.39 per hour

33-44 hours per week

Night shifts: 19:00 - 07:00

Alternate weekend working required

What we can offer you

Excellent rates of pay

Training and career development

5.6 weeks holiday

Free uniform & DBS provided

Onsite car parking and close to local transport links

Friendly working environment in a purpose-built luxury home

Refer a friend scheme worth £250 (per referral)

Opportunity to take part in exciting trips and activities with our residents

Plus, our Bespoke Benefits package

Payday advance (interest free loans up to £2,000 repayable up to 20 months)

Enjoy personalised offers and discounts at 1000's of big-name brands of your choice.

Enjoy savings on your weekly/monthly shopping

Access to free health & wellbeing programs, as well as the Employee Assistance Program

Sky TV discounts

Broadband deals

In-store/online discounts and gift cards at hundreds of participating retailers

Access to a private GP

Cycle2Work scheme and many more

What we are looking for

NVQ Level 2 in Care (essential)

NVQ Level 3 in Care (desirable)

Previous care experience (essential)

Previous senior care experience (desirable)

Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills

At Adept Care Homes, our dedicated and enthusiastic team welcome people who are motivated by making a difference to our resident's lives. Our family-run business values aptitude as much as qualifications when recruiting. You will be given a thorough induction into your role via one of our experienced mentors, while receiving both online and face‐to‐face training during this time and throughout your career at Adept Care. Our dedicated Training Manager and Dementia Manager are happy to arrange or support with any additional training you feel you may need to ensure you are supported in reaching your full potential while fulfilling your career ambitions.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bordesley Green East

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