Healthcare Assistant Nights

Cornwallis Care Services; East Looe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward schemes

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Joining bonus (eligibility)

Job summary

Cornwallis Care Services is seeking a Night Health Care Assistant at Rivermead View in Looe, Cornwall, to provide person-centred care overnight. You will ensure safety, comfort, and companionship, following care plans and documenting observations with accuracy.

The role offers progression to Enhanced Healthcare Assistant, with training in medication administration and competency assessments. DBS checks and right-to-work must be satisfied; contracts up to 20 hours weekly may be available for visa

Qualifications

• Experience in night-time care and safeguarding residents.
• Able to follow care plans and document observations accurately.
• Willingness to complete DBS checks and ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care while maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Engage residents through conversations and activities to enhance quality of life.
• Carry out health checks and collaborate with the night team and external professionals.

Skills

Caregiving

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

English writing

Digital documentation

Basic IT skills

Adaptability

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

Location: On site / East Looe, Looe, UK
job type: Permanent / Full or part-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants
Hourly Salary range:from £ 14.00 to £ 28.00

Rivermead View

Looe, Cornwall

Part-Time or Full-Time

Do you thrive in the quiet hours and want a job that matters? If you're a caring and compassionate person who enjoys helping others, we’d love for you to join our friendly and supportive team!

As a Night Healthcare Assistant, you'll help create a safe, comfortable and reassuring environment where residents feel respected, valued and supported throughout the night. You'll deliver high-quality, person-centred care, build meaningful relationships and work as part of a close-knit team committed to providing exceptional care.

For experienced Healthcare Assistants who are ready to progress, we offer a clear development pathway to become an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant. With the support of our Team Leads and Care Coordinators, you'll complete training and competency assessments in the safe administration of medication and basic clinical observations. Once signed off as competent, you'll take on additional responsibilities, support medication rounds, and help mentor Healthcare Assistants within the Night team.

Why Join Us

Reward and recognition Schemes

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career

Completive pay rates and enhancements

* Joining bonus are subject to eligibility criteria and applicable terms and conditions.

Job Purpose

The role of a Night Health Care Assistant is to support our residents in living full, happy, and healthy lives — even while the world sleeps. You’ll provide person-centred care, reassurance, and companionship throughout the night, ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and well looked after. From assisting with bedtime routines to responding to overnight needs, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining their dignity, wellbeing, and peace of mind, helping them rest well and wake up ready to enjoy the day ahead.

Job Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care, maintaining their privacy, dignity, and respect at all times.
• Engage residents in meaningful conversations and activities that enhance their quality of life.
• Deliver care in a person-centred manner, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Conduct regular wellbeing and health checks in accordance with individual care plans.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external healthcare professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Accurately record and maintain resident information using digital documentation systems.
• Promptly report any incidents, changes, or concerns to senior team members.
• Care Certificate (we will support you to achieve on 'days' before moving to nightshift).
• Ability to stay awake during the nightshift.
• A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for helping others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with residents and colleagues.
• Good written English for accurate documentation of daily care and interactions.
• Basic computer/IT skill for navigating digital documentation systems.
• A flexible and positive attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and maintaining up-to-date training.
• Always safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable individuals
• £14.00 per hour
• £28.00 per hour (bank holidays)

Pay Scale - Enhanced Night Healthcare Assistant

• £15.00 per hour
• £30.00 per hour (bank holidays)

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.

We are NOT able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role.

However, we welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. We are able to offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week where this is in line with the conditions of your visa.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we’d love to hear from you.

Full job description available on request.