Care Assistant - Night Shift

Securitas UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Birchstone Care Limited is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to work night shifts and support residents through the night with personal care, mobility, and safety.

You will maintain care records, follow safeguarding procedures, and collaborate with a warm team to deliver high standards of care while developing your skills. Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential; right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation of night tasks.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care during night shifts.
• Support personal care, mobility and transfers, and medication prompts.
• Maintain accurate care records and follow health and safeguarding procedures.
• Work as part of a team and independently as required.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Night shift flexibility

Own transport

Job description

Job Description

Care Assistant - Night Shift – Join Our Caring Team

Are you a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference every night? At Birchstone Care Limited, you will be part of a warm, family-focused team, ensuring our residents are comfortable, safe, and well supported throughout the night.

As a Care Assistant working night shifts, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care that helps our residents feel secure and respected. Your role will include supporting with personal care, mobility and transfers, medication prompts, nutrition and hydration, emotional reassurance, and maintaining accurate care records, always following health, safety, and safeguarding procedures.

At Birchstone Care Limited, you are more than just an employee—you will be welcomed into a supportive, close-knit team where your kindness, commitment, and ideas are valued. We offer a rewarding place to work, with opportunities to develop your skills while building meaningful relationships with residents and colleagues alike.

• Right to work in the UK (we are not offering sponsorship opportunities).
• Previous experience in a care role is beneficial but not essential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient approach.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, especially during night hours.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to delivering high standards of care.
• Willingness to learn and undertake relevant training.
• Flexible to work night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays as required.
• Own transport required

Please note: We are not accepting applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the appropriate right to work in the UK.