Senior Night Care Assistant

Advinia Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Glasgow is seeking experienced Senior Care Assistants to lead care teams and deliver high-quality care to residents. The role involves administering medication, developing care plans, and supporting team development. Ideal candidates will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, possess strong people skills, and demonstrate a caring nature. The position offers professional training, flexible pay, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Free DBS/PVG check

Professional training and ongoing career progression

Flexible pay

Free uniform

Fantastic working environment

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Great people skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication to residents.
• Provide hands-on, high-quality resident care.
• Develop, implement, and update care plans.
• Coach and mentor your team.
• Ensure adherence to CQC guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Caring nature

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

About Us

Advinia has been providing high quality, person-centred care, specialised for older people and focusing on resident wellbeing for over 25 years. We operate 36 Care Homes across the UK and each is led by a team of experienced and dedicated care professionals who are committed to always prioritising the individual needs of Residents.

Our Mission

Our B Happie theme guides everything we do, aiming to create an environment where residents and staff feel valued, respected and happy. We promote three key pillars which keep our residents feeling connected, relaxed and safe. For staff, we help to make them feel fulfilled, recognised and have purpose.

Your New Role

Our talented Senior Care Assistants lead our Care Teams to provide the highest standard of care, compassion and resident dignity. Working closely with the Nurses or Deputy Manager, you will be tasked with:

• Administering medication
• Providing hands on, high quality Resident Care
• Team supervisions
• Developing, implementing and updating care plans
• Adhering to CQC guidelines
• Coaching and mentoring your team whilst identifying training needs

The nightshift is: 20:00 - 08:00

In Return we can offer

• Free DBS/PVG check
• Professional training and ongoing career progression
• Flexible pay
• A fantastic working environment
• Free uniform
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

A few things we are looking for

A leader: Our Senior Care Assistants lead from the front with a hands-on approach.

Qualifications: Due to the nature of this role we need for you to hold an NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent, and have experience within a similar role.

Fantastic people skills: Supportive and great at communicating. Able to build strong working relationships.

Caring by nature: An enthusiastic approach with a genuine passion for making people’s lives that little bit brighter each day.

Great team player: Do you work well in a team of like minded people?

Adaptable: Able to organise and prioritise varying commitments throughout each day.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Care | Compassion | Courage | Communication | Commitment | Competence