Senior Carer - Nights (Bank)
| Company: | Serencroft Healthcare |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £13.75 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | RM6 4AZ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 16 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Serencroft Care Homes is an independent care provider operating five residential and nursing homes across England, including Gable Court in Romford. We are CQC-regulated and B Corp certified, and we work in partnership with NHS commissioners and local universities to provide high-quality, person-centred care. We're looking for an experienced, compassionate Senior Carer to help lead the delivery of high-quality care overnight for the residents and staff who call Gable Court home, covering night shifts flexibly as needed.
The Role
As our Senior Carer, you'll take a lead role in delivering and coordinating personal care for residents at Gable Court overnight, on a flexible, as-required basis, supervising and supporting care staff on shift. You'll help ensure the home meets health and safety standards — playing an important behind-the-scenes role in the comfort and wellbeing of our residents.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate the delivery of personal care to residents overnight, in line with their individual care plans
• Supervise, support and mentor care staff during night shifts, providing clinical and practical guidance
• Administer medication safely and accurately, in line with home policy and training
• Carry out and review care plans and risk assessments, updating them as residents' needs change
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing overnight, escalating any concerns to senior management or healthcare professionals promptly
• Support the induction and training of new and junior night care staff
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records in line with home procedures
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times
• Promote residents' dignity, independence and choice in all aspects of their care
• Work flexibly across night shifts as required, covering absence and additional demand within the home
What We Offer
• A varied, hands-on role within a supportive, values-led care home team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities within a multi-site care group
• Full induction
• Potential to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.
• A supportive value led team environment
• Refer a Friend bonus – up to £200!
• Blue Light Card Eligibility
• Employee of the quarter - opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events or purchasing vouchers for amazing brands and so much more!
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Serencroft Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of background.
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