At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a compassionate night team, providing personalised care and support to residents.
- Company: Fairmile Grange, a caring Allegra Care Home in Christchurch.
- Benefits: Earn £16.92 per hour, enjoy paid breaks, and receive 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Join a diverse team with opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while developing your career in care.
- Qualifications: Experience in senior care and medication training are essential.
The predicted salary is between 16.92 - 16.92 £ per hour.
Fairmile Grange is looking for a warm, compassionate, and medication-trained Senior Care Partner to join our dedicated night team. In this role, you will be a vital part of our care team, working alongside Healthcare Assistants and Registered Nurses to deliver high-quality, personalised care. You will also take a lead role during night shifts, supporting and guiding the care team. You will provide practical, physical, emotional, and social support to our residents, always treating them with dignity, respect, and kindness, while ensuring their individual needs and preferences are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high standards of personal care, including washing, oral care, toileting, and mobility support
- Meet the individual needs of residents, from companionship to complex personal care
- Support residents with nutrition and hydration, including assistance with eating and drinking
- Maintain accurate care records, including fluid balance and dietary charts
- Monitor and report any changes or concerns to nursing staff promptly
- Support skin integrity and pressure care management
- Participate in activities, wellbeing programmes, and social events
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals
- Accompany residents to appointments where required
- Mentor and support new team members during induction and ongoing development
About You
- Previous experience in a senior care role within a nursing home
- Medication trained (essential)
- A caring, empathetic, and positive approach
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and reliable, with availability for night shifts and alternate weekends
What We Offer
- £16.92 per hour + enhanced bank holiday pay
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Paid breaks
- Free uniform and meals on shift
- Recognition and rewards programme
- Workplace pension scheme
- Long service awards
- Career progression and ongoing training opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
Equality & Inclusion
Fairmile Grange is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic.
Night Senior Carer employer: ALLEGRA SERVICES LIMITED
At Fairmile Grange, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values compassion and teamwork. Our dedicated night team enjoys competitive pay, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career progression, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. Join us in Christchurch, where your skills as a Senior Care Partner will be recognised and rewarded, and where you can thrive in a nurturing environment focused on employee wellbeing and development.
