Position:Senior Health Care Assistant - Nights
Care home:Eastlands
Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4BR
Contract type:Full Time 42hrs per week. Weekend availability required.
Rate:£13.27 per hour
Care home CQC rating: Good
If you’re an experienced Health Care Assistant looking to take your next career step, we have the role for you.
Our SeniorHealth Care Assistantswork closely with our Nurse in Charge to lead a small Care Team in delivering high-quality care for the people we support.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference every day. Join us as our new Senior Health Care Assistant at Eastlands care home in Sutton-in-Ashfield.
About Exemplar Health Care
Eastlands is part of Exemplar Health Care, a leading provider of nursing care for adults living with complex and high acuity needs.
We support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia and physical disabilities. The home's Robin Unit is exclusively for people who identify as male.
As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.
About the role
Our Senior Health Care Assistants work closely with the Nurse in Charge and lead our Care Teams in supporting every aspect of our residents’ day-to-day lives.
No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
supporting people with their personal care
assisting people at meal times
understanding individual health and wellbeing needs
encouraging and supporting people to take part in social activities, both in and out of the home
promoting choice, dignity, independence and respect
leading, motivating and supporting a team of care colleagues
ensuring that care documentation is completed to a high standard.
We have higher-than-average staffing levels when compared to other care providers. There are usually up to six colleagues on each unit that supports around ten people, giving you more time to spend with the people you support.
Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.
You’re also:
caring, kind, understanding and calm
able to deal with, and defuse, challenging situations
energetic and outgoing, with a positive, can-do attitude
a great listener and communicator, able to build trust and rapport with people
comfortable working on your own initiative – but you know when to escalate
a motivating team leader.
To apply for this role, you must have relevant experience, a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social care, plus Maths and English at GCSE Grade C or above (or relevant functional skills qualification).
What we offer
We offer great rewards and perks including:
regular supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
access to wages before payday
retail and lifestyle discounts
free DBS check
24/7 counselling and support
Blue Light Card eligibility.
How to apply
Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.
For an informal chat about joining us, call us on 01977 630830 or email pod8@exemplarhc.com
Please note, applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We’re unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care operates over 50 care homes across the UK and is the nation’s leading provider of complex care.
Our commitment to quality is reflected in our homes, where the percentage of 'Good' and 'Outstanding' CQC ratings far exceeds the national average.
Unlike other providers, our staffing levels are based on individual need.This means you’ll have more time to provide truly person-centered care, making a real difference in the lives of those you support.
What's happening at Exemplar Health Care
Ahead of this years football tournament we're throwing it back to last July
Can our reigning champions Moorgreen Colts FC defend their title? Join us this Sunday to find out
Hosted by Yarningdale - Exemplar Health Care, 10 teams will be going head to head, all in the name of charity!
Saturday 13 July 2025
11.00-14.00
The Robert Martin Sports Ground, Birnam Park, NG16 2DE
See you there!
Celebrating three generations of care at Dearnevale!
Meet Diane, daughters Zoe and Jade, and granddaughter Sophie
Three generations who found their calling in care
Read their story http://bit.ly/44fFxyH
Dearnevale - Exemplar Health Care
Celebrating the big 8-0!
Birthday wishes to Muriel from Yarningdale
To make her birthday week extra special, Muriel visited Carsington Water - a place she has really wanted to see
And the weather was perfect for it too!
Sunshine, smiles, and plenty of splashes ️
We turned up the fun this week with our very own slip n slide in the garden at Willowbeck
A plastic sheet, some rubber rings, and a whole lot of laughter made for the perfect summer afternoon ????
Willowbeck - Exemplar Health Care
Ted spent many happy years travelling with his wife in their caravan, so when the chance came to reconnect with those memories, we were over the moon to support him
We accompanied Ted's visit to a nearby caravan site, where he met up with his family and, of course, Rupert the caravan!
It was a wonderful day full of smiles
Supporting people to enjoy meaningful day trips like this is what working at Exemplar Health Care is all about - because everyone deserves the chance to stay connected to the things they love.
If you'd like to join our team, check out our online job search https://bit.ly/2xGXcCR
Dearnevale is bursting with Pride!
The team at Dearnevale threw a colourful Pride Month garden party - and what a celebration it was!
Residents, families and friends came together for an afternoon filled with fun competitions, live music from a fantastic local singer, and lots of dancing
One resident shared: “This is the first time I’ve felt fully accepted and supported, not just around my disability, but in being my authentic self.
“Celebrating Pride at Dearnevale has been an amazing experience. I’ve loved learning about the meaning and being part of the celebrations. I played a big role in planning the event, so it’s great to see everything come together.”
Happy Pride Month! ️
Dearnevale - Exemplar Health Care
Lighting up the senses at Creative Space
The team at Ribble View recently visited the multi-sensory centre in Preston - and had a brilliant time exploring everything it had to offer
From calming lights and immersive sound, to interactive spaces like the ball pool, it was a fun, stimulating day that offered something for everyone
Ribble View - Exemplar Health Care
A day at the races and two winners to take home!
Chip recently said he fancied a day at the races - so with support from the team, that’s exactly what he did!
He headed to Doncaster Racecourse to enjoy the thrill of live racing, and picked two winners along the way
We're proud to support people to live life their way - whether that’s trying something new or getting out and about in the community
Willowbeck - Exemplar Health Care
The people we support have unique needs and stories, but one thing stays the same across all our homes - we empower individuals to achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment.
Every new colleague attends an induction to learn about our company and complete mandatory and role-specific training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care.
Whether your goals are in care, nursing, management, quality or support, we provide the confidence, skills and knowledge to help you excel in your role and advance your career, if you wish.
Happy, healthy colleagues mean better care for those we support. We offer a range of initiatives to ensure our colleagues thrive in safe and supportive environments.
From paid RCNi Learning access and NMC PIN payments for nurses to lifestyle and retail discounts for everyone, our rewards ensure your career is as fulfilling as it is rewarding.
From care homes to central support services, everyone plays a vital role. Hear from colleagues across various roles about what it’s like to work with us.
Eastlands is a short drive from the A38 and other major roads including the A60 and A617.
If you're travelling north on the A38, turn left onto Coxmoor Road.
Continue on the Coxmoor Road, then turn left onto Kingfisher Way.
Eastlands is on your right.
There are parking spaces at the rear of the home.
Public transport to Eastlands
The home is a short walk from several bus stops.
Garden Lane bus stop (stop ID:ntsgdamd),which is accessed by buses 103 and 417.
Phoenix Street bus stop (stop ID:ntsgdata),which is accessed by bus 417.
There's also a train station in the local area.
Sutton Parkway - 1.3miles away (28 minute walk or 4 minute drive).
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