Night Senior Care Lead: Mentoring Staff & Resident Safety

Hertfordshireonline; St Albans; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in St Albans is seeking a full-time Senior Care Assistant (Nights). In this role, you will oversee the home during night shifts, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents while supporting and mentoring staff. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 2, with a path toward Level 3, and strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive pay and additional benefits such as free uniforms and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

£1.00 hourly rate enhancement

Free uniform

Wellbeing Support Line

Flexible working environment

Long Service Awards

In-house Leadership Pathway Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of NVQ Level 2, working towards NVQ Level 3 or above.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff and be a team player.
• Effective communication and interaction skills with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a walking handover of residents at shift starts and ends.
• Support with training and development of staff.
• Conduct regular checks on residents' needs at night.
• Complete all night documentation accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 working towards Level 3

Job description

A leading care provider in St Albans is seeking a full-time Senior Care Assistant (Nights). In this role, you will oversee the home during night shifts, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents while supporting and mentoring staff. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 2, with a path toward Level 3, and strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive pay and additional benefits such as free uniforms and a supportive work environment are provided.