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Care Assistant (Nights)

£28 per hour
Full-time

Night Healthcare Assistant

Rivermead View Residential Care Home

Looe, Cornwall

Full-Time

Do you thrive in the quiet hours and want a job that matters? If you're a caring and compassionate person who enjoys helping others, we'd love for you to join our friendly and supportive team!

As a Night Care Assistant, you'll bring comfort and reassurance to those who need it most. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, this could be the perfect opportunity to start a rewarding career where every shift makes a real impact.

Full training provided

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career

Completive pay rates

£500 refer a friend scheme

Reward and recognition Schemes

Job Purpose

The role of a Night Health Care Assistant is to support our residents in living full, happy, and healthy lives - even while the world sleeps. You'll provide person-centred care, reassurance, and companionship throughout the night, ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and well looked after. From assisting with bedtime routines to responding to overnight needs, you'll play a vital role in maintaining their dignity, wellbeing, and peace of mind, helping them rest well and wake up ready to enjoy the day ahead.

Job Responsibilities

  • Support residents with personal care, maintaining their privacy, dignity, and respect at all times.
  • Engage residents in meaningful conversations and activities that enhance their quality of life.
  • Deliver care in a person-centred manner, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Conduct regular wellbeing and health checks in accordance with individual care plans.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external healthcare professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
  • Accurately record and maintain resident information using digital documentation systems.
  • Promptly report any incidents, changes, or concerns to senior team members.

Essential Skills

  • Care Certificate (we will support you to achieve on 'days' before moving to nightshift).
  • Ability to stay awake during the nightshift.
  • A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for helping others.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with residents and colleagues.
  • Good written English for accurate documentation of daily care and interactions.
  • Basic computer/IT skill for navigating digital documentation systems.
  • A flexible and positive attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
  • Commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and maintaining up-to-date training.
  • Always safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable individuals

 

Pay Scale

£14.00 - per hour

£17.50 - per hour (Weekend Rate)

£28.00 - 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.

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.

Vacancy posted 13 days ago
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