Night Healthcare Assistant
Frances Bolitho Care Home
Penzance, Cornwall
Part-time or Full-time
At Frances Bolitho Care Home, we're looking for caring, compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our dedicated night team.
To be considered for this role, you'll ideally hold a Care Certificate or a recognised qualification in Health and Social Care. If you're an experienced carer who doesn't yet hold a Care Certificate but is committed to achieving one, we may be able to support you by offering an initial period on day shifts to complete your induction and Care Certificate before moving into a permanent night position.
We believe in recognising potential, nurturing talent and investing in our people. From your first day, you'll receive the training, encouragement and support needed to build a rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of our residents.
As a Night Healthcare Assistant, you'll help create a safe, comfortable and reassuring environment where residents feel respected, valued and supported throughout the night. You'll deliver high-quality, person-centred care, build meaningful relationships and work as part of a close-knit team committed to providing exceptional care.
For experienced Healthcare Assistants who are ready to progress, we offer a clear development pathway to become an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant. With the support of our Team Leads and Care Coordinators, you'll complete training and competency assessments in the safe administration of medication and basic clinical observations. Once signed off as competent, you'll take on additional responsibilities, support medication rounds, and help mentor Healthcare Assistants within the Night team.
Why Join Us?
Full training and ongoing support - no experience needed
A welcoming, supportive team who feel like family
Real opportunities to grow and develop your career
Competitive pay with enhanced weekend & bank holiday rates
£500 refer-a-friend bonus
Loyalty bonus
Reward & recognition schemes to celebrate your hard work
Your Role
You'll provide compassionate care, emotional reassurance, and practical support, while also taking on additional responsibilities such as medication administration and supporting the team in the absence of the Night Coordinator.
What You'll Be Doing
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Supporting residents with personal care, including continence care, and repositioning
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Carrying out regular welfare checks and night observations
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Responding promptly to call bells with care and compassion
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Providing comfort, reassurance, and companionship during the night
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Administering medication safely (following training and competency sign-off)
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Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns
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Maintaining accurate digital records using care systems
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Supporting the smooth running of the shift and guiding colleagues when needed Ensuring a calm, safe, and secure environment at all times
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Following care plans to deliver truly person-centred care
What We're Looking For
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Experienced HCA (minimum Care Certificate required)
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A kind, calm, and empathetic nature
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Experience in care (ideally with dementia or complex needs)
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Confidence to take on responsibility and support others on shift
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Medication training (or willingness to complete)
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Basic IT skills for digital record-keeping
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Strong team player with a positive attitude
Pay Scale - Night Healthcare Assistant
- £14.00 per hour
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£17.50 per hour (weekends)
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£15.47 per hour (bank holidays)
Pay Scale - Enhanced Night Healthcare Assistant
- £15.00 per hour
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£18.75 per hour (weekends)
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£30.00 per hour (bank holidays)
Apply now and begin a rewarding journey in care with a team that values you.
We're proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.
We are NOT able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. However, we welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. We are able to offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week where this is in line with the conditions of your visa.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.
Full job description available on request.
