Senior Care Assistant (Nights): Sponsorship Available

Hollywynd Rest Home

We’re looking for a dedicated and confident Senior Carer to join our friendly team at Hollywynd Rest Home — a small, independent residential care home with a Good CQC rating.

You’ll be joining a well-established and supportive team with a long-standing Manager and Deputy, and a caring, stable staff group who are passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care to our residents.

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant you will:

  • Run the shift when on duty, ensuring high standards of care and teamwork are maintained.
  • Support, guide, and mentor care staff — leading by example on the floor.
  • Work closely with the management team to maintain compliance and uphold our person-centered values.
  • Work 36 hours per week, including every other weekend
  • Have the opportunity for overtime when available.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate about resident care and continuous improvement.
  • Flexible, reliable, and confident in leading a team.
  • Calm under pressure and able to make sound decisions.
  • Keen to progress within their care career.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (preferred).
  • Experience as a Senior Carer or in a similar leadership role within a care home setting.

What We Offer

  • 36-hour contract with overtime available.
  • Supportive, friendly team environment.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • Opportunity to progress into a more senior role.
  • Sponsorship may be offered if required

Application question(s):

  • Do you hold a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)?
  • Are you confident leading a shift and supervising a team of care staff?
  • Are you able to work every other Saturday and Sunday, if required?
  • Do you require sponsorship?

Experience:

  • providing care: 5 years (required)
  • Senior care: 2 years (required)
  • Medication administration: 2 years (required)

Language:

  • English (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)

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