Senior care assistant (nights) | 44 hrs

Senior Care Assistant (Nights) | 44 Hours per Week

Cwrt Enfys Nursing Home

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

Are you an experienced Care Assistant ready to take the next step in your career?

We're looking for a confident and compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care while helping to guide and develop our care team.

About The Role

Why Join Us?

• Leadership role within an established nursing home
• Every other weekend off (where rota allows)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support towards qualifications and career progression
• Reimbursement of Social Care Wales registration fees
• Employee referral scheme
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Thank You Celebration and Long Service Awards
• Supportive team culture where colleagues are recognised and valued
• Stay informed throughout your application with our interactive recruitment platform

About the Role

Working closely with the Care Manager and nursing team, you will play a key role in maintaining excellent standards of care and supporting colleagues to deliver positive outcomes for residents.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting the care team during shifts
• Providing hands-on care and support to residents
• Supervising and mentoring colleagues
• Supporting supervisions and performance management processes
• Monitoring residents' physical and emotional wellbeing
• Promoting person-centred care and positive resident experiences
• Administering medication where trained and authorised
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and wider multidisciplinary teams

What We're Looking For

• Previous care experience, ideally with supervisory responsibilities
• QCF Level 3 or willingness to work towards it
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to motivate and support colleagues
• Positive, professional and caring approach
• Commitment to delivering outstanding care

About Silvercrest

Silvercrest operates nursing homes across South Wales and is committed to providing high-quality care that promotes dignity, independence and choice. We believe great care starts with great people and are committed to creating an environment where colleagues feel supported, valued and able to thrive.

If you're ready to take the next step in your care career and make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Required Criteria

• Previous experience working within a care environment

Desired Criteria

• Previous supervisory experience within a care environment

Skills Needed

Building Relationships, Providing Care, Administering Medicine

About The Company

SilverCrest Care, a family-run group of nursing care homes in South Wales, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The organization's ethos emphasizes the importance of privacy, dignity, and choice for residents, ensuring these values are central to all operations.

The company fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, offering comprehensive training programs and opportunities for professional development. Employees benefit from initiatives such as health and wellbeing programs, employee recognition schemes, and a commitment to work-life balance. This nurturing atmosphere contributes to a positive workplace culture where staff feel valued and motivated.

Company Culture

Core Values and Mission

SilverCrest Care's mission revolves around providing compassionate and respectful care, fostering an environment where residents feel valued and supported. The company prioritizes individualized care plans, aiming to enhance the quality of life for each resident.

Work Environment and Employee Support

The company fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, offering comprehensive training programs and opportunities for professional development. Employees benefit from initiatives such as health and wellbeing programs, employee recognition schemes, and a commitment to work-life balance. This nurturing atmosphere contributes to a positive workplace culture where staff feel valued and motivated.

Company Benefits

SilverCrest Care offers a well-rounded benefits package that supports employee wellbeing and growth. Key benefits include:

• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, flexible scheduling (where appropriate), and holiday pay.

• Career Development: Training, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

• Extras: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), referral bonuses, and professional registration reimbursement.

SilverCrest is committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace for its team.

Vacation, Paid time off, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, Bereavement leave, Long service awards, Staff celebration events

Salary

£14.15 per hour