Job description
Senior Care Assistant (Nights) | Pay: £14.46 per hour | Hours: 33-44 hours per week | Shifts: 7:00pm to 7:00am | Location: The Old Vicarage Care Home, Clay Cross, ChesterfieldYou will be joining the team at The Old Vicarage, a charming 44-bed quality residential home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield, offering affordable and high-quality care.
Our Senior Care Assistants play an important role in our residents' day-to-day lives. We see you as an extension of our residents' families – treating them with the same kindness and compassion you would your own loved ones. You'll ensure the highest levels of care are maintained, supporting residents with all aspects of daily living, while promoting dignity, independence, and happiness.
We're looking for an experienced and caring Senior Care Assistant to join our dedicated night team at The Old Vicarage Care Home . If you're passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care and want to work in a supportive, friendly environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, person-centred care in line with residents' care plans
Supervise and support care staff to deliver excellent standards of care
Administer medication safely and accurately
Monitor residents' wellbeing and report any changes promptly
Maintain accurate care records and uphold confidentiality
Liaise with healthcare professionals and families
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and infection control standards
About You
Previous experience in a senior care role (care home experience preferred)
NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Confident in leading a team and administering medication
Compassionate, reliable, and professional
Why Join Us
£14.46 per hour
Refer a friend scheme worth £250 per referral
Free Uniform & DBS provided
5.6 weeks holidays
Onsite car parking and close to local transport links
Employee of the month award
Warm, supportive team environment
Ongoing training and development
Pay Day Advance (Interest free loans up to £1,000 repayable up to 12 months)
Enjoy personalised offers and discounts at 1000's of big-name brands of your choice.
Access to a Private GP
Access to Free Health & Wellbeing programs, as well as the Employee Assistance Program
Instore/Online discounts and gift cards at hundreds of participating retailers
Cycle2Work scheme and many more
Apply now to join our caring team at The Old Vicarage Care Home – where we're proud to be a superb place to live or work.
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Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- London
- 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
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