Night Care Assistant

Dalgety Bay Care Home; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

PVG

Uniform provided

Onsite parking

Welcome bonus

Refer a Friend bonus

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Dalgety Bay Care Home in Dalgety Bay, Fife, is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join our nightshift team. The role focuses on delivering high quality, person-centred care to residents, supporting daily living, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing while following care plans.

We offer full-time and part-time contracts, a welcome bonus for nightshift staff, generous leave, pension, PVG clearance, uniform, onsite parking and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential.
• SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily living support including personal care and mobility.
• Follow care plans to deliver dignified, person-centred care.
• Support residents with nutrition and emotional wellbeing.
• Work as part of a supportive team to create a warm environment.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2 desirable

Job description

Care and Support - Dalgety Bay Care Home

Contract: Full Time and Part- Time

Shift Type: Nightshift

Contracted hours: Full Time & Part Time available

Dalgety Bay Care Home is a purpose built care home located in the coastal town of Dalgety Bay in Fife. Providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care for up to 68 residents, the home offers a warm, welcoming and supportive environment where team members can make a meaningful difference every day.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.73 per hour
• Nightshift Available
• Full time, part time and bank contracts available
• £1,000 Welcome Bonus for Nightshift Care Assistants, paid in two £500 instalments. The first £500 is payable after 6 months of service, with a further £500 payable after 12 months of service.
• £500 Refer a Friend Bonus – payable to existing colleagues who successfully refer a Care Assistant candidate who joins the team and remains employed for 6 months
• Pension, Paid PVG, Uniform provided, Onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave based on a full time contract

Role Overview
As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday. This role is central to delivering high quality, person centred care that supports dignity, independence and overall wellbeing.
You will support individuals with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable, respected and valued. By following care plans and recognising changes in condition, you will contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.
What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
• SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards

About us
Dalgety Bay Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.