Night Care Assistant

Care South; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking a Night Care Assistant to join their compassionate team at Castle Dene. This rewarding role involves providing person-centred care to frail elderly and dementia residents, supporting their independence, and fostering a friendly atmosphere. With a strong commitment to employee recognition and development, this not-for-profit charity offers a fulfilling career path where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others. If you have a heart for care and are eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Blue Light Shopping Discount Card

Reward and Recognition Schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Industry Based Qualifications

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to positively impact residents' lives.
• Compassionate and understanding nature is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent person-centred care to residents.
• Support residents in maintaining independence.
• Build relationships and provide companionship.

Skills

Compassion

Understanding

Teamwork

Person-centred care

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

About The Role
Night Care Assistant -
Pay rate of £11.75 - £12.00 per hour
Full time
No sponsorship available for this position.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Night Care Assistant to join the team at Castle Dene, our specialist, frail elderly and dementia residential care home located in Bournemouth.
As a not-for-profit charity within Social Care, we focus on the reward and recognition of all our people. Our benefits include:

1. Blue Light Shopping Discount Card
2. Reward and Recognition Schemes
3. Employee Assistance Programme
4. Industry Based Qualifications

What you will be doing:

1. Identifying the needs & abilities of our residents and delivering excellent person-centred care.
2. Supporting & encouraging our residents to remain as independent as possible.
3. Checking on residents on a regular basis - moving & positioning if required.
4. Providing elements of personal care including washing & undressing where needed.
5. Building relationships and providing companionship - getting to know our residents!
6. Working in a team to create a co-operative, friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the home.

Who we are looking for:
We want you to have a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents. You'll need to be naturally compassionate and understanding of others. Previous care experience is not essential (maybe you have been inspired by looking after a family member) or just looking for a more rewarding role. A full induction and training programme will be provided to support you. You need to be over 18 years of age to apply for this position.
If this sounds like you, then we would love for you to join the team!

About The Company
PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE
Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk. As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.
For any questions, please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.