Care Practitioner (Nights). Priesty Fields Care Home

Sandstone Care Group; Congleton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care facility in Congleton is seeking a Care Practitioner to provide compassionate nighttime support to residents, ensuring their care and safety. Responsibilities include assisting with routines, monitoring health, and providing emotional support. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for those looking to make a difference in others' lives.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free meals

Employee recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Warm and empathetic nature with a passion for caregiving.
• Experience in health and social care is beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent observation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with nighttime routines and personal care.
• Conduct regular safety and wellbeing checks throughout the night.
• Monitor health conditions and report any changes.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Observation skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Care Practitioner (Nights) – Priesty Fields Care Home

£14.27 per hour • 33 hours per week • Shifts: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM (3 shifts per week on a rolling rota)

Priesty Fields Care Home, located in the historic market town of Congleton, is a facility blending modern design and technology with premium care and comfort. We provide bespoke residential and nursing care in a safe, welcoming environment, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.

Our mission is to deliver compassionate, person-centred care while empowering residents to maintain their independence. We offer residential, nursing, respite, and specialized care services to the broader community, addressing even the most intricate care needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents with nighttime routines, including personal care, hygiene, and settling into bed.
• Conducting regular safety and wellbeing checks throughout the night.
• Assisting with repositioning and mobility needs to ensure comfort and prevent health issues.
• Monitoring health conditions and promptly reporting any changes or concerns.
• Preparing the home for the next day, ensuring it remains clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Providing emotional support and reassurance to residents who may need it during the night.
• Accurately documenting care activities and observations.
• Collaborating with the day team to ensure seamless handovers and continuity of care.

Benefits

• Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.
• Discounts on the high street* - with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonus
• Flexible pay* - choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
• Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health
• Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement
• In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities - The chance to ‘make your mark’ and play a key role

*Overtime is paid for working over full time hours. However, overtime enhancement will not feature on your contract of employment and can be withdrawn at any time as managers decision is final. Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our ‘Reward Me’ app. Flexible pay is available via ‘WAGESTREAM’

What we are looking for

We are seeking compassionate individuals who are dedicated to making a difference in residents' lives. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• A warm and empathetic nature with a passion for caregiving.
• Experience in health and social care is beneficial but not essential – we provide full training.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team, especially during quiet nighttime hours.
• Excellent observation and communication skills to address residents’ needs promptly.
• Reliability and flexibility to adapt to the demands of night shifts.
• A commitment to maintaining the high standards of care and professionalism that Priesty Fields is known for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.