Care Assistant- weekend working

Belong; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Macclesfield is seeking a Weekend Care Assistant to provide compassionate overnight care for residents. This part-time role requires experience in elderly care and offers competitive pay at £12.60 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits. Candidates must have a Care Certificate or Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care and a warm, caring nature.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free DBS check

Paid Blue Light Card

Early Pay Release Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Subsidised meals

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Care Certificate or Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care.
• Experience in elderly or dementia care is required.
• Reliable, calm, and capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with bedtime routines.
• Offer reassurance and companionship to residents who wake during the night.
• Assist with medication management and wellbeing monitoring.
• Support residents living with dementia with sensitivity.
• Maintain a peaceful, homely environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Person-centred approach

Compassionate care

Medication management

Education

Care Certificate

Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care

Job description

Part-Time | Permanent | £12.60 per hour | 6.5 hours per week

Are you looking for a meaningful weekend role where you can make a real difference? At Belong Macclesfield, located on Kennedy Avenue, we’re proud to be an innovative, not-for-profit organisation specialising in person-centred care for older people — with a particular focus on dementia care.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for experienced and compassionate Weekend Care Assistants to join our team and help us create a safe, calm and supportive environment for our residents during the night.

About the Role

You’ll be working in one of our welcoming Households, alongside a friendly and dedicated team. Your role will be to support residents with their overnight needs, ensuring they feel secure, comfortable and cared for.

Expected Hours:

• 6.5 hours per week
• Weekend shifts only
• Must be available to attend a paid 4-day induction (held over 2 weeks, 2 full days per week)

What You’ll Do

• Provide personal care and support with bedtime routines
• Offer reassurance and companionship to residents who wake during the night
• Assist with medication management and wellbeing monitoring
• Support residents living with dementia with sensitivity and understanding
• Help maintain a peaceful, homely environment
• Upload daily notes and updates to care plans

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of a Care Certificate or Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care
• Experience in elderly or dementia care
• A warm, caring nature and a person-centred approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, calm and able to work independently

What We Offer

Competitive pay – £12.60 per hour
Free DBS check
Paid Blue Light Card
Early Pay Release Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Paid induction and training
Occupational Health support
Career development opportunities
Colleague recognition events
Personal pension scheme
Subsidised meals, tea and coffee in our Village Bistro
Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme
We welcome applications from eligible candidates. Please note we are unable to sponsor overseas applicants. An Enhanced DBS check is required as part of the recruitment process. You can view the DBS Code of Practice here.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others — even during the quietest hours — we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create a place where everyone belongs.