Highgate Care
Senior Care Assistant (Days Or Nights)
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Senior Care Assistant (Days Or Nights)
Senior Care Assistant (Nights)
Location: Rastrick Hall & Grange, Lea Avenue, Rastrick
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (38.5 hrs per week), including alternative weekends
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Sponsorship: Not currently available
Join Highgate Care – Where Kindness Is Key
At Highgate Care, kindness isn’t just something we talk about—it’s at the heart of everything we do. As a compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on delivering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive. Our core value, “Kindness Is Key,” guides us in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity, and fostering meaningful connections.
We are now looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our team at Rastrick Hall & Grange in Brighouse. If you thrive in a nurturing environment, bringing warmth, energy, and creativity to your work, and want to make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As our Senior Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in enhancing residents’ lives by:
- Ensuring the highest possible care standards by supporting and assisting residents in all aspects of daily living where needed.
- Supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues across all duties within the home under senior staff guidance.
- Providing personalised care for residents—including physical, emotional, and spiritual support—while ensuring dignity and comfort.
- Offering specialist assistance to residents with limited mobility, physical or learning difficulties by ensuring appropriate aids are used effectively.
- Monitoring closely residents who may be confused or exhibit challenging behaviours to maintain safety and well-being.
- Promoting continence support for residents as required.
- Facilitating end-of-life care assistance, including last offices, for residents with progressive illness.
- Collaborating on care planning, completing daily records, and observing residents’ needs in line with company policies.
- Engaging in social activities to encourage hobbies and help residents remain active and connected.
- Operating the nurse call system efficiently, responding to resident demands, and managing door and telephone communication professionally.
- Reporting on resident welfare and liaising with GPs, support managers, and other healthcare professionals as necessary.
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What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who embodies these attributes:
- Warm, approachable, and oozing positivity—someone who naturally uplifts those around them.
- Highly organised, reliable, and confident in leading a team.
- Creative, enthusiastic, and motivating, able to inspire colleagues and residents alike.
- Passionate about supporting older people and improving their quality of life.
- Flexible to work evenings and alternative weekends occasionally.
- Previous experience in a care role (or willingness to grow into the position).
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or a commitment to working towards this).
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What We Offer
Becoming part of Highgate Care means joining a team that values its people as much as its residents. You’ll enjoy:
- A friendly, supportive, and caring workplace with a strong sense of community.
- Training and career progression opportunities to help you grow and thrive.
- The fulfilling experience of making a real difference in people’s lives every day.
- A valued role within a close-knit team where kindness and professionalism go hand in hand.
If you believe that compassion should be the cornerstone of care, we’d be delighted to welcome you to our team at Rastrick Hall & Grange. Here, together, we are creating brighter days for our residents.
Apply today and join us in.sparking joy!
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