JOB TITLE:Senior Care Assistant - Nights | Residential Nursing Home
LOCATION:Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34, UK
SALARY:£33,000 per year - £16.31 per hour (£15.31 for ages 21 and under) + £750 welcome bonus
JOB TYPE:Full-time permanent - 36 to 48hrs (Average over a year of 42hrs per week)
HOURS:12hr shifts, 3 one week and 4 the next, including alternate weekends
COMPANY:Pivotal People on behalf of our client
Start Date:August 2026
(NB We also have a role for Days HCA at £13.62)
THE ROLE OF SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT
We are hiring for a respected residential nursing home in Lincolnshire that is recently under new management. The home is on a new path, focusing on raising standards, strengthening the team, and providing genuinely person-centred care.
The Senior Care Assistant role is essential for nighttime operations. As a senior team leader on nights, you'll guide the team during the most crucial hours. Your responsibilities include supervising staff, supporting residents, mentoring junior team members, ensuring high-quality care throughout the shift, and being a dependable presence that residents and colleagues can rely on. It's not about making big gestures, but about providing consistent care and showing up every shift.
ABOUT THE EMPLOYER
This mid-size home is part of a small regional group offering personal care and nursing for elderly residents. Recently under new management, it has been raising standards and strengthening its team. The home is dedicated to person-centred care and prioritises staff development.
Remuneration: WHAT'S ON OFFER
The Money:
- £16.30 per hour (£15.30 if aged 21 or under)
- £750 sign-on bonus, paid after three months
- Annual performance-related pay increases up to 8%
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING AS SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT:
- Lead night shifts with authority and warmth, supporting residents through the hours when good care makes the biggest difference
- Support and develop junior team members with regular one-to-ones
- Champion person-centred care and challenge poor practice when you see it
- Contribute meaningfully to shift handovers and care planning
- Ensure high standards of care are maintained across the night shift
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR IN A SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT
You have at least two years of genuine experience in a residential or nursing home environment. Additionally, holding your Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential for senior roles.
Beyond qualifications, you're:
- Resilient and steady - pressure doesn't unsettle you, and you stay committed long-term rather than changing jobs frequently.
- A genuine leader - team members trust and follow your example because you are competent and fair.
- Person-centred: you deeply understand dignity, choice, and independence.
- Safeguarding-savvy - you recognise signs of abuse, know the procedures, and act swiftly.
- Located within a 30-minute commute with your own transport due to location.
The Benefits:
- 28 days' annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Pension Scheme with 3% employer match
- Fully funded training and qualifications - plus bonuses up to £500 on completion
- £1 meals per course whilst on shift
- Free 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Recognition Scheme to cash in for rewards
- £500 for referring a suitable candidate
- Short-notice shift incentives
- DBS check and uniform provided at no cost
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Senior Care Assistant - Nights employer: Pivotal People Resourcing Solutions Ltd
Pivotal People Resourcing Solutions Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and residents. With a focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills in a nurturing environment, while the residential home in Brigg provides a welcoming community atmosphere that enhances job satisfaction and fosters meaningful connections.
Contact Details:
Pivotal People Resourcing Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
