Compassionate Night Care Assistant – Elder Home

Hampshire County Council; Alton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured Employee Assistance"

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Care Assistant in Alton to support older adults in their homes. You’ll help with nightly living and personal care, encourage independence, and build trusting relationships with residents and families.

Experience in social care isn’t essential; we value values and motivation to deliver high-quality care. This role includes weekend and bank holiday enhancements and a pro rata salary.

Qualifications

• Passion and dedication to helping others.
• Empathy and compassion to support residents.
• Respect and patience to tailor care to individuals.
• Attentiveness to monitor health and respond to signs.
• Clear communication with residents, families and colleagues.
• Ability to handle unexpected situations calmly.

Responsibilities

• Support daily/nightly living: assist with activities including personal care, ensuring comfort, wellbeing and safety of residents at night.
• Provide person-centred care: tailor care planning to meet individual needs.
• Promote independence: encourage personal care choices and self-care.
• Build relationships with residents, families and colleagues.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Observation skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Job description

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Care Assistant in Alton to support older adults in their homes. You’ll help with nightly living and personal care, encourage independence, and build trusting relationships with residents and families.

Experience in social care isn’t essential; we value values and motivation to deliver high-quality care. This role includes weekend and bank holiday enhancements and a pro rata salary.