Care Assistant

Nurse Seekers; Wales; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established residential care home in Newport is seeking a dedicated Night Care Assistant to provide high-quality, person-centred care to elderly residents. The role requires previous experience in elderly care and the ability to work night shifts. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, administering medication, and ensuring a supportive environment overnight. This opportunity offers an average of 20 hours per week with competitive pay rates, making it ideal for compassionate and reliable candidates.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in elderly residential care.
• Must be medication trained.
• Experience working night shifts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support throughout the night.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and comfort needs.
• Administer medication in line with training.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient approach

Ability to work independently

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant (Nights) – Residential Care Home (Newport)

Nurse Seekers are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established residential care home in Newport for a dedicated and compassionate Night Care Assistant.

This role is ideal for an experienced care professional who is confident working night shifts and committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care to elderly residents in a residential setting.

Hours :

• Average 20 hours per week on a bi-weekly rota
• Alternate weekend working required
• Night shift patterns : 17 : 00–22 : 30 and 22 : 30–07 : 30

Pay Rates :

• Weekdays : £12.60 per hour
• Weekends : £14.24 per hour

Key Responsibilities :

• Providing high-quality care and support to residents throughout the night
• Assisting with personal care, mobility, and comfort needs
• Administering medication in line with training and policies
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and responding appropriately to changes
• Maintaining accurate care records and handovers
• Ensuring a calm, safe, and supportive environment overnight

Requirements :

• Previous experience within elderly residential care
• Medication trained
• Ideally, prior experience working night shifts
• QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or working towards / willing to work towards this qualification
• A caring, reliable, and patient approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a night team

This is a rewarding opportunity for a committed Care Assistant seeking night work within a supportive residential care environment.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Jack on (phone number removed) for further information