Job Description

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant (Nights)
Location: Cwmbran
Salary: 13.64 per hour (working 35.25 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent - Full-time/part-time Night Shifts
Make a Difference While the World Sleeps Are you an experienced care professional with a passion for leadership and attention to detail? We're looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our dedicated team in Cwmbran, supporting residents through overnight care with compassion, dignity, and professionalism.
About the Role: As a Senior Care Assistant on nights, you'll play a key part in delivering high-quality care, ensuring comfort, safety, and wellbeing while residents rest. You'll support night-time routines, manage medication (as authorised), and be a calm, reassuring presence. Working closely with Home Management, you'll also supervise night staff and help maintain accurate records and handover details.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Providing physical and emotional care during overnight hours
• Monitoring residents' conditions and safety
• Administering and recording medications (as authorised)
• Completing care documentation and charts
• Supporting toileting and mobility needs with dignity and respect
• Acting as a Keyworker and maintaining homely environments
• Supervising and supporting night care colleagues
• Liaising with on-call staff or emergency services if needed

What We're Looking For:

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential)
• NVQ Level 3 or willingness to work towards it (desirable)
• Previous experience in a care setting, particularly with older adults
• Confidence in leading a shift and supporting a team
• Proven experience in writing care plans and completing risk assessments
• Medication training and practical understanding of safe administration
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, reliable nature
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and friendly night team
• Meaningful work where you'll truly make a difference
• Training and development opportunities
• Work with a values-driven organisation focused on wellbeing

Please note: This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check in line with the Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016.
Apply today to help create a safer, more supportive night for those who need it most.
#HAF5