Care Assistant (nights)

Leighton Forest; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced overtime rates

Refer-a-Friend bonus

E-Learning bonuses

Training & development

Career progression

Free uniform

Hot lunch

On-site parking

Job summary

Leighton Forest Nursing Home is seeking Care Assistants to join our welcoming, family-oriented team. We offer day and night shifts for flexible scheduling, with training provided to help you succeed. Prior care experience is not required if you have the right attitude and a caring nature.

We provide ongoing development opportunities, enhanced overtime rates, and a range of benefits. You will be supported by a friendly team and have access to free uniform, on-site parking, and hot lunch.

Qualifications

• Good communication and teamwork are essential.
• Reliable and able to work well under pressure.
• Willingness to undertake training and qualifications.
• Empathetic and respectful with residents and families.

Skills

Good communication

Team player

Reliable under pressure

Willingness to train

Empathetic care

Job description

Competitive Salary + Benefits + Training & Development

Leighton Forest Nursing Home is a welcoming and family-oriented care home, dedicated to providing exceptional care for our residents. We’re currently recruiting Care Assistants to join our friendly team. Both day and night shifts are available, offering you the flexibility to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.

Pay & Hours:

• Starting rate: £12.90 per hour
• Enhanced overtime rate available
• Flexible shifts available (Nights)

About You:

Previous experience in a care role is not essential — we’re looking for people with the right attitude and a caring nature. If you are compassionate, reliable, and hardworking, we’ll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

Key Criteria:

• Good communication skills
• A great team player with a positive attitude
• Reliable and able to work well under pressure
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and qualifications
• Able to work empathetically and respectfully with residents and families

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with enhanced overtime rates
• Refer-a-Friend and E-Learning Bonuses
• Ongoing training and development opportunities (including Health & Social Care and Leadership qualifications)
• Career progression within a supportive team
• Free uniform, hot lunch, and on-site parking