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Senior Night Care Assistant – Residential Care Home Location: Harwich, CO12 Hours: 24.5 per week (2 night shifts), including weekends and bank holidays as part of a rota Pay: £13 per hour (all breaks paid) Nurse Seekers are proud to be recruiting for a warm and welcoming, family-run residential care home seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Night Care Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, friendly 15-bed service where high-quality, person-centred care is at the heart of everything they do. As Senior Night Care Assistant, you will lead the night team to ensure residents feel safe, supported and well cared for throughout the night. You will play a key role in maintaining a calm environment, supporting staff, and ensuring all care provided meets the highest standards of dignity, compassion and professionalism. Key Responsibilities Lead and support the night care team, providing clear guidance and direction. Oversee personal care delivery in line with individual care plans and best-practice standards. Administer medication safely, following policies, MAR charts and regulatory requirements. Monitor residents’ night-time wellbeing, including mobility, continence, emotional reassurance and any changes in health. Complete all documentation accurately and promptly, including daily notes, fluid charts, repositioning charts and incident reports. Coach and support new or less experienced staff, promoting excellent practice. Respond effectively to emergencies and follow escalation procedures. Maintain a safe environment by completing regular checks, supporting infection control practices and ensuring the building is secure. Liaise with on-call management, healthcare professionals and emergency services when needed. Contribute to a positive and respectful team culture with strong communication. Person Specification Experience Previous experience within a residential, nursing or dementia care setting. Experience in a senior or shift-leading role is highly desirable. Confident with medication administration (training available if required). Qualifications Level 3 Health & Social Care (or working towards / equivalent experience). Medication competency certificate or willingness to complete immediately. Up-to-date mandatory training (e.g. manual handling, safeguarding, first aid, infection control). Skills & Competencies Strong leadership abilities and confidence in directing a team. Clear, calm and compassionate communication. Ability to make sound decisions under pressure, particularly at night. Good awareness of changes in residents’ health and when to escalate. Organised, with strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping. Personal Qualities Warm, patient and reassuring in challenging or unsettled moments. Reliable, committed and passionate about supporting older people. Respectful and dedicated to upholding dignity at all times. Calm and steady in emergencies and unexpected situations. Other Requirements Ability to work night shifts on a rota basis. Enhanced DBS check. Commitment to ongoing professional development

Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings within in social care sector, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Tempory work so you can Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hour paid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and Bamk Holidays) Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms. Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills. Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage. Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card. What You’ll Be Doing Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Support Worker may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity, providing the physical and emotional support that they might need to achieve their goals. What We’re Looking For You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK. Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings. A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively. A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration. Driving license and use of a vehicle desirable If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you! About Nurseplus At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve