Care Professional - Waking Nights

Home Instead Senior Care; Havant; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider in Havant as a Waking Night Care Assistant. This rewarding role involves providing overnight support to clients, ensuring safety, health monitoring, and companionship. Ideal for compassionate individuals seeking a flexible, satisfying career in care, with full training and great benefits.

Benefits

Double time pay on bank holidays

Full award-winning training

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care needs and ensure client comfort.
• Administer medication and monitor health changes.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Physical fitness

Education

Previous experience in a care assistant role

Basic first aid knowledge

Job description

Company Description

Join our exceptional team at Home Instead Havant, a renowned care provider committed to delivering outstanding care to our clients. With a passion for excellence and a dedication to enhancing the lives of those we care for, we take pride in our reputation for providing top-quality care in a supportive and enriching environment. We have been awarded Workbuzz's coveted 5* Employer status 5 times.

Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Waking Night Care Assistant to provide high-quality care and support to individuals during the night. As an Evening Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing essential support and care to our clients in their homes during the evening hours.

• This role is primarily focused on assisting those in need of overnight care in a peaceful and safe environment
• Offer reassurance, help with personal care needs, and ensure that our clients are comfortable throughout the night
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
• Administer medication as directed by healthcare professionals
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or wellbeing
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and any incidents or concerns
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and seek assistance when necessary

So what do you get in return?:

• £14.25 per hour. (10pm-8am)
• Double time pay on bank holidays.
• Full award winning training and on-going support.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to the Home Instead benefit scheme.
• If you enjoy making people smile, then please get in touch today.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for caring for others and a compassionate nature
• Previous experience in a care assistant role is preferred but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical fitness to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks
• Reliability and punctuality, with a strong work ethic
• Basic first aid knowledge (training can be provided)
• Valid driving licence and access to own vehicle (preferred)
• Flexibility to work evening shifts and occasional weekends
• Willingness to undergo a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and dignity at all times
• Ability to follow care plans and adhere to company policies and procedures

Additional Information

As a Care Professional, you will receive industry leading training, great rates of pay and excellent support.

If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and have a high-degree of flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we would love to hear from you. Please click on 'I'm Interested' or alternatively, contact us on 02393 190091.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.