Are you a caring, compassionate person looking to develop a rewarding career?
We have several opportunities for Night Care Assistants to join our warm and dedicated team at Woodlands Park, a care home in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire.
Please note: we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. You must already have the right to work in the UK to apply.
Our ethos
At Woodlands Park, we are family-oriented, resident-led and passionate about creating a home where people genuinely love to live and work. We believe that happy, motivated team members make all the difference to our residents, to their families and to each other.
About the role
As a Night Care Assistant, you'll play a vital part in life at Woodlands Park, providing hands-on support and a reassuring presence through the night. Each shift you'll help residents to rest comfortably and safely, responding to their needs with patience and care, and making a real difference to how settled and secure they feel.
We have both full and part-time night roles available.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting residents with personal care and night-time needs, always promoting dignity, choice and independence
- Helping residents settle comfortably and carrying out regular checks to keep them safe and secure overnight
- Responding calmly and attentively to residents who are awake, unsettled or in need of support
- Contributing to the delivery of individual, person-centred care plans
- Communicating warmly and professionally with residents, your colleagues and the day team at handover
- Helping to maintain a calm, safe and restful environment throughout the night
- Working in line with the home's policies, procedures and care philosophy
What we're looking for
- A genuine passion for making a difference in people's lives
- A warm, patient and empathetic nature
- Good communication skills and a reliable, professional approach
- The ability to work well on your own initiative as well as part of a team
- Previous experience as a Care Assistant is desirable, but not essential, as we will provide full training and support you in gaining a Diploma in Health and Social Care
Why join us?
- Comprehensive induction programme with full training provided
- Support to achieve a Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Ongoing career development and genuine progression opportunities
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee assistance and benefits portal
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- A genuinely happy, friendly and supportive team environment
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.
Please note: we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
Woodlands Park is part of Forest Healthcare, an equal opportunities employer.
Pay: £13.15-£14.15 per hour
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
