Night Care Assistant

Emmeline Sarah; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Cockermouth is seeking a Night Care Assistant to deliver high-quality care during night shifts. The ideal candidate will have a warm and compassionate approach, with 1-2 years experience in Health and Social Care. Responsibilities include assisting residents with personal care and monitoring their needs throughout the night. The role offers competitive pay, free meals, and extensive training opportunities. Enjoy a supportive environment while making a positive impact on residents' lives.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free Meals

Free DBS

Discounts on the high street

Flexible pay options

Free wellbeing programme

Employee recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years' prior experience in Health and Social Care.
• Flexibility to work shifts patterns across the entire week.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and hygiene.
• Provide reassurance and companionship to residents.
• Monitor and respond to residents’ needs overnight.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Positive attitude

Interest in Health and Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant (Nights). Dalton Court Care Home

• Hourly rate: £13.25 per hour
• Shift pattern: 3 nights per week, 8pm - 8am
• Contracted hours: 33 per week

Note: we are currently unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this vacancy.

Nestled in the charming town of Cockermouth and with stunning views of the Lake District fells, 60‑bedded Dalton Court offers high‑quality, specialist Nursing and Dementia care in a peaceful and picturesque setting. We’re proud to also offer palliative and end‑of‑life care, along with flexible respite stays, tailored to support individuals and families when they need it most.

Are you a night owl? Working nights at Dalton Court offers the opportunity to make a real difference during the quieter hours. Dalton Court has been carefully designed to feel like home – warm, welcoming, and inclusive. We are looking for caring, compassionate Night Care Practitioners who will support our residents and contribute to the overall smooth‑running of the home during the night.

As a Night Care Practitioner at our home, your role may involve:

• Completing required training to deliver excellent care
• Assisting residents with personal care and hygiene
• Providing reassurance and companionship to residents, especially those who may need additional support during the night
• Monitoring and responding to residents’ needs, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the night
• Undertaking light domestic tasks in collaboration with the Housekeeping team to maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the home
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth evening and morning handovers

Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits:

• Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.
• Discounts on the high street* – with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer-a‑friend financial scheme
• Flexible pay* – choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
• Free wellbeing programme – helping you look after your physical and mental health
• Employee recognition scheme – we recognise and reward great work
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for your retirement
• In‑house training – on‑going face‑to‑face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities – The chance to "make your mark" and play a key role

Overtime is paid for working over full‑time hours. However, overtime enhancement will not feature on your contract of employment and can be withdrawn at any time as managers decision is final. Free meals are given if working over an 8‑hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our ‘Reward Me’ app. Flexible pay is available via ‘STREAM’.

What are we looking for?

• A warm, compassionate approach and positive attitude
• A genuine interest in Health and Social Care – ideally with a minimum of 1‑2 years’ prior experience in the sector
• Flexibility to work shifts patterns across the whole week, including some weekend working

Sandstone Care Group Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non‑binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.