Job Description

Care Home Assistant Practitioner (CHAPS) - Nights

Location:

Maldon CM9

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Pay:

13.50 per hour

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled

Care Home Assistant Practitioner (CHAPS)

to join our team. You will support high-quality care delivery for residents living with dementia, Alzheimer's, and physical health conditions. This role involves leading the care team during night shifts under the support of the Nurse on duty, ensuring safe, person-centred, and effective care.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

Lead and support the care team during the shift. Supervise day-to-day care duties and ensure best practice is followed. Conduct staff supervision and support new Senior HCAs and care staff through induction and competency checks.

Training & Development

Deliver in-house training sessions. Work with management/HR to identify staff training needs and promote continuous development.

Resident Care & Clinical Support

Support with personal care, bathing, grooming, and daily activities. Administer medication under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Complete clinical observations including vital signs, skin checks, wound care support, catheter care, and diabetes monitoring. Ensure safe manual handling, infection control and CQC-aligned standards.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate, thorough care records. Complete reports on care plans, risk assessments, MCA/DoLS compliance, and staff documentation. Ensure effective, thorough handovers between shifts.

Health & Safety

Promote excellent health and safety practices. Ensure all mandatory training is completed. Advocate for residents' dignity, equality, and individual needs.

Mandatory Requirements

CHAPS qualification (UK only). Minimum

12 months

experience as a Senior Carer or CHAPS in a care home. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (minimum). Strong communication and leadership abilities. Ability to deliver direct training. Empathy, professionalism, and excellent judgement. Able to manage conflicting priorities and work independently.

Benefits

Competitive pay Company pension Discounted or free food Employee & store discounts Referral programme Free on-site parking Ongoing training and development opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person