Job Description

Senior Healthcare Assistant (Nights)
Rivermead View Residential Care Home
Looe, Cornwall.
Full Time Contract
Start date:19/01/2026
Are you an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant who's ready to step into a role where your leadership truly makes a difference? We're looking for a motivated, compassionate, hands-on leader to guide our dedicated night team of Care Assistants and help shape exceptional, person-centred care for our residents. This isn't just a job -- it's a chance to inspire others, develop care plans that truly matter, and be part of a warm, supportive environment where your voice is valued.
What you'll bring:

• A strong work ethic and a kind, confident approach
• Great communication and leadership skills
• Experience assessing care needs and creating tailored care plans
• A genuine passion for elderly care and making every shift count

If you're ready to lead with empathy, grow your career, and be part of a team that cares like family, we'd love to hear from you.
?? Full training provided
?? Supportive team environment
?? Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career
?? Completive pay rates
?? 500 refer a friend scheme
?? Reward and recognition Schemes
As a Night Senior, you'll play a key leadership role -- guiding your team, administering medication, and maintaining the highest standards of person-centred care throughout the night. Your calm, caring presence will bring comfort and reassurance when it's needed most.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a team of Care Assistants to deliver the highest standards of person-centred care
• To work as part of the team, providing all aspects of personal care for individual residents as needed.
• Administer prescribed medication safely and in line with individual care plans and company policies

• Contribute actively to care planning, reviews, and assessments required
• Maintain accurate, clear, and timely records of care delivered and residents' wellbeing
• Conduct formal supervision sessions and support the development of junior team members

Requirements:

• Kind, caring, and compassionate approach to care
• Highly motivated with a commitment to achieving and maintaining high standards
• Able to work independently and remain calm under pressure in a dynamic care environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in medication administration
• Experience in care planning and conducting assessments

Desirable:

• First Aider / Fire Warden
• Moving & Handling Trainer

Contract: 42hrs
week1 x3 12hrs shifts
Week 2 x4 12hrs shifts
Payrates:

• 15.47 per hour
• 19.34 per hour (Weekends)
• 30.94 per hour (Bank Holidays)

If you're ready to make a real difference while most of the world sleeps, join our night team and be part of a supportive, values-driven care community.
Full job description available.

Skills Required