Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Assistant (Nights) to join our team within a reputable care home specialising in senior care. The ideal candidate will have a caring nature and a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for our residents during overnight hours. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care and support within a warm and supportive environment.
The Care Assistant (Nights) will be responsible for supporting residents throughout the night, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and safety, whilst assisting with personal care and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment within the home.
Duties
- Provide high standards of personalised care and support to residents throughout the night
- Assist residents with nightly routines and personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, repositioning, continence care, and mobility, ensuring dignity and respect at all times
- Carry out regular night checks and monitor residents’ safety, comfort, and wellbeing throughout the shift
- Undertake cleaning duties throughout the home to maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene, and infection control during night hours
- Ensure communal areas, equipment, and resident environments are kept clean, tidy, and safe at all times
- Monitor residents’ health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns promptly to senior staff or the appropriate medical personnel
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and provide reassurance and support to residents during the night
- Maintain a safe, calm, and welcoming environment within the care home
- Complete accurate documentation and handovers to ensure continuity of care between shifts
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, including safeguarding policies
Skills
- Previous experience within a care home or care environment is desirable but not essential
- Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members
- Compassionate nature combined with patience and excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and remain attentive during night shifts
- Competent IT skills for documentation and updating resident records accurately
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage responsibilities effectively during busy periods
- Reliable, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality care
This role provides an enriching opportunity for caring and committed individuals who are passionate about delivering compassionate overnight support to residents.
Unfortunately, we are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants should either live locally or have reliable, well-planned transport arrangements in place for night shift working.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
