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Job Title


Senior Care Assistant Nights


Company : Excelcare Holdings


Location : Saffron Walden, Eastern


Created : 2026-03-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionApplying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.As aNightSeniorCare Assistant at our Stanley Wilson Lodge Care Home in Saffron Walden, Essexyou will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day.Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years.We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the family and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect:13.45 per hour to 13.85 per hour depending on experience and qualifications48 Hours a week Nights only3 shifts per week from 8pm - 8am, Monday - Sunday. You must be able to work alternate weekendsAbout the role:As a Senior Care Assistant/Team Leader, you will be working alongside and mentoring a team of Care Assistants to ensure that outstanding care is delivered at all times.You would be reporting to the Home Manager and work directly with the ancillary teams and other Senior Care Assistantsand registered nurseswithin the home.You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respectYour involvement with creating person-centred care plans and risk assessments will be key to the successful delivery of outstanding care and regular updates an reviews will be requiredWhat we are looking for from you:Two years experience as a Care Assistant or Senior Care Assistant with an NVQ 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care OR three years experience without an NVQExperience in a nursing or care home OR as a home care workerUnderstanding of regulatory frameworks Care Quality Commission (CQC)Knowledge and practice of working with people suffering with dementia is desirablePrevious experience prompting/administering medication using an electronic e-MAR system would be desirable full training and support will be provided.You will be an enthusiastic, inspiring, and xjdpvnf caring individual -passionate about what we doWhat we offer in return for your hard work:28 Days holiday including bank holidaysFree on-site parking Enhanced bank holiday payAnnual salary reviewRefer a Friend Scheme rewarding 500 for every person you refer DBS certificate paid by Excelcare Comprehensive induction programmeFunded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)Paid uniformEmployee of the month - 100 for outstanding contributionTeam appreciation week Terms and Conditions applyIf you are interested in the position, please apply online today we look forward to hearing from you.