Night Care Assistant

Peoplebank; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PVG

Workplace pension

Free onsite parking

Uniform provided

Job summary

Greenways Care Home in Glasgow’s West End is a brand-new luxury home caring for 58 residents. As a Care Assistant you’ll support residents with daily tasks, encourage independence and deliver person-centred care according to individual plans. This full-time night-shift role pays £13.60 per hour (20:00–08:00).

Benefits include paid PVG, workplace pension, free onsite parking and uniform. You’ll join a growing team with ongoing training and clear opportunities for progression within Care Concern

Qualifications

• Ideally at least six months’ experience as a Care Assistant or equivalent.
• Genuine interest in helping older people lead independent lives.
• Caring, patient and empathetic approach with respect and integrity.
• SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily tasks (dressing, eating, mobility) and promote independence.
• Deliver person-centred care following individual care plans and preferences.
• Monitor health and wellbeing; report changes to the nursing team and relatives as needed.
• Treat residents with dignity and help foster a supportive, social atmosphere.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment and respond to call bells promptly.
• Assist with nutrition and hydration for residents needing support.
• Contribute to a warm, home-from-home environment and ongoing team collaboration.

Skills

Care experience

Compassionate care

Team player

Communication skills

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Greenways Care Home – Luxury Care in Glasgow’s West End

Greenways Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built care home offering home to 58 residents across four warm, community-focused floors.

Our team is committed to providing exceptional, all-inclusive residential, dementia, nursing and respite care. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, uplifting environment where residents are treated with dignity, compassion and genuine warmth.

We are excited to welcome caring and committed Care Assistants to join our brand-new, purpose-built luxury care home in Anniesland. As part of this welcoming team, you’ll help shape the environment and standards from the very beginning - supporting residents with compassion, dignity, and respect.

• Pay: £13.60 per hour
• Hours: Full time
• Shifts: Night (20:00-08:00)
• Benefits: Paid PVG, workplace pension, free onsite parking, and uniform provided
• Annual leave: 5.6 weeks (full-time equivalent)
• Extras: On-going training, clinical updates, and clear opportunities for progression within a growing, dynamic organisation

What you’ll do:

• Support residents with daily tasks - dressing, eating, mobility - while encouraging as much independence as possible
• Deliver person-centred care, following individual care plans and respecting each resident’s preferences and personality
• Monitor health and wellbeing: report changes to the nursing team and liaise with relatives or medical professionals when required
• Treat every resident with dignity, ensuring they feel valued and respected
• Help foster a social, friendly atmosphere - encouraging interaction to help reduce loneliness and promote happiness
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment, responding promptly to call bells or emergencies
• Assist with nutrition and hydration - helping residents who need support with eating or drinkingAbove all: bring kindness and warmth, helping residents enjoy their day and feel truly at home

Who we’re looking for:

• Ideally at least six months’ experience as a Care Assistant - or equivalent transferable skills and a strong passion for care
• A genuine interest in helping older people lead fulfilling, independent lives
• A caring, patient, empathetic approach, treating each person with respect and integrity
• A team-player mindset, working collaboratively with colleagues and the wider care team
• SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or working towards it) preferred, but not essential

About us:

We’re part of Care Concern Group - a family-owned care provider operating over 130 care homes across the UK. Our commitment is to create welcoming, high-quality care homes for residents, and a supportive, friendly workplace for our staff. Our core values - Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity - shape everything we do.