Senior Night Care Worker with Occasional Days

**Job Title**: Senior Night Care Worker with occasional day shifts

**Location**: Mary and Joseph House, Ancoats, Manchester
**Hours**: 39 hours per week (Over 8-week rota)
**Shift Pattern**: Night shifts, with occasional day shifts
**Reports to**: Home Manager

**About the Role**:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced **Senior Night Care Worker** to join our team at Mary and Joseph House, rated Outstanding by CQC since 2016.

We are a residential care home supporting men with a history of alcohol abuse, alcohol-related dementia and mental health diagnosis's.

This position will suit someone with excellent care values, who is kind and compassionate, lives locally and have an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social care.

This is a full-time position, with 39 hours per week over an 8-week rota. The role includes occasional day shifts to cover for staff holidays or absences, providing additional flexibility in your work schedule.

**Responsibilities**:

- Lead, supervise, and support a small team of night care workers to deliver high-quality care to residents during night shifts.
- Ensure that care is delivered in line with care plans, and provide guidance to junior staff on how to handle challenging behaviour's or situations, especially those related to alcohol-related dementia.
- **Administer medication** as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage, timely delivery, and proper documentation, following all legal and health regulations regarding medication administration.
- Monitor the residents' well-being, providing personal care, comfort, and companionship as required.
- Provide emotional support to residents, especially those with memory loss, behavioural challenges, or who may experience anxiety or disorientation during night hours.
- Be the primary point of contact for any emergencies or incidents during the night shift, ensuring appropriate action is taken and documented.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records, documenting resident behaviour, progress, and any changes in health conditions, including medication administration.
- Liaise with the Home Manager and day staff regarding any updates, concerns, or observations about residents.
- Ensure the care environment remains safe and secure throughout the night and following all health and safety protocols.
- Provide occasional cover for day shifts during staff shortages or holidays, maintaining flexibility in your working hours.
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, and training to stay up to date with best practices and regulatory changes in health and social care.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- **NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care** (essential).
- Proven experience in a care environment, with at least 2 years of experience working night shifts (essential).
- **Experience with medication administration** and knowledge of relevant protocols (essential).
- Experience leading or supervising a team (essential).
- Familiarity with alcohol-related dementia and the challenges associated with alcohol abuse recovery is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety standards and regulatory requirements in care homes.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
- Ability to work independently and manage night-time routines effectively.
- Compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach to care, particularly with individuals suffering from dementia or cognitive decline.
- Willingness to work occasional day shifts to receive training and support.

**Why Join Us?**
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment with a focus on quality care.
- Flexibility with shift patterns, including occasional day shifts.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £14.61 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Night shift

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Senior Night Care Worker