Healthcare Assistant - Nights

Peverel Court Care; Witney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected care provider in Witney is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant for part-time night shifts at Merryfield House Nursing Home. The role involves supporting residents with daily needs, ensuring their dignity and wellbeing. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a strong service mindset. Benefits include competitive pay, training opportunities, and an employee support package.

Benefits

Paid e-learning

24/7 access to online GP

Team-building social events

Rewards and recognition scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Automatic enrolment to workplace pension

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated individual needed.
• Ability to promote dignity and independence for residents.
• Strong service mindset and flexible can-do approach.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily needs.
• Promote wellbeing and dignity.
• Ensure a safe environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Outstanding time-management

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Job description

Department: Carer

Location: Merryfield House Nursing Home

Compensation: £12.85 / hour

Description

Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role working nights?

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our outstanding care team at Merryfield House Nursing Home as a Healthcare Assistant - Nights. If you are looking for local and meaningful work, then you won't want to miss this exciting opportunity!

Employee benefits

At Peverel Court Care, our team mean the world to us. That’s why we are committed to providing an outstanding, well‑rounded employee benefits package to make sure we care for our team, while they care for our residents.

• Excellent remuneration packages
• Paid e‑learning
• 24/7 access to an online GP
• Team‑building social events and experiences
• Rewards and recognition scheme
• Monthly off‑site massage
• Referral scheme – earn up to £500 per successful referral
• Company sponsorship for professional and academic qualifications
• Complimentary fresh fruits and snacks
• On‑site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Automatic enrolment to workplace pension

What to expect in this role

As a Healthcare Assistant at Merryfield House Nursing Home, you’ll support residents with their daily needs while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing. From personal care and mealtimes to daily activities and companionship, you’ll make a real difference every day. Join our friendly team and become a valued part of our residents’ lives.

22 hours per week

Night shifts (8:00pm – 8:00am)

What we expect of you

• To ensure the wellbeing of the residents and maximise their quality of life by aiding and encouraging each resident to reach their full potential.
• To promote good working practices and perform duties competently and in accordance with company policies, ensuring a safe and secure environment for both residents and staff.
• That any accident is dealt with effectively and that correct reporting procedures are followed.
• Demonstrate outstanding time‑management, problem‑solving, organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), and confidence communicating with people at all levels whilst maintaining confidentiality when required.
• A strong service mindset and flexible can‑do approach.
• Strong judgement and decision‑making ability.
• Have energy, enthusiasm and confidence to take the initiative.