Night Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Gloucester is seeking a Night Care Assistant to provide reassuring overnight support to clients, particularly those feeling vulnerable. The ideal candidate should be observant, dependable, and possess a genuine passion for helping others. With flexible scheduling and competitive night rates, this role promises a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Join us to help clients sleep soundly, knowing they are in safe hands.

Benefits

Competitive night rates

Flexible scheduling

Access to award-winning training

Comprehensive support

Well-being and benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in care preferred.
• Ability to provide calming presence for anxious clients.
• Comfortable working independently in a client's home.

Responsibilities

• Provide night-time reassurance to clients.
• Assist with bedtime and morning routines.
• Support personal care and hygiene throughout the night.
• Assist with medication reminders.
• Monitor clients with specialized needs.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks during quieter moments.

Skills

Natural caregiver

Dependable

Observant and patient

Professional and trustworthy

Job description

Company Description

At Home Instead, we believe that care doesn't stop when the sun goes down. Many of our clients feel the most vulnerable during the night; our mission is to provide them with the same high‑quality, relationship‑led support after dark as we do during the day.

We are proud to have recently been awarded a 5‑Star Employer status from WorkBuzz, based on the views of our clients and Care Assistants.

Job Description

Key responsibilities of a Night Care Assistant:

• Night‑time reassurance: Providing a calming presence for clients who may feel anxious, confused or lonely during the night.
• Bedtime and morning routines: Assisting with evening winding‑down (undressing, washing) and helping the client start their day with dignity in the morning.
• Personal care: Supporting with bathroom visits and personal hygiene throughout the night, ensuring the client's comfort and skin integrity.
• Medication support: Assisting with evening or early morning medication reminders.
• Monitoring and safety: Keeping a watchful eye on clients with specialised needs, such as those living with Dementia, to prevent falls and nocturnal incidents.
• Light housekeeping: During quieter moments (for waking nights), performing light housekeeping tasks to ensure the home is tidy and prepared for the client's morning.

Qualifications

We don't look for a specific qualification, but for a Night Care Assistant; experience in care is preferred. To be a good fit for our night team, you should be:

• A natural caregiver: You have a big heart and a genuine desire to help others feel safe.
• Dependable: Reliability is crucial for night care; our clients and their families rely on you to be there when the world is asleep.
• Observant and patient: You can spot small changes in a client's well‑being and provide a patient, soothing response to nighttime confusion.
• Professional and trustworthy: You are comfortable working independently in a client's home while maintaining the highest standards of care.

Additional Information

Home Instead is committed to being the employer of choice in care, and our office has recently been awarded a 5 Star Employer status from WorkBuzz. By joining us, you receive:

• Competitive night rates: We value the dedication it takes to work through the night.
• Flexible scheduling: Night shifts that can work around your daytime commitments.
• Award‑winning training: Access to City & Guilds assured training, including specialist modules in Dementia and End of Life.
• Comprehensive support: Even at 3 am, you are never alone. Our team provides a robust support system and 24/7 on‑call support.
• Well‑being and benefits: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, pension schemes and career progression opportunities.

If you want to spend your working hours making a real difference and helping us change the face of ageing, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become a Night Care Assistant and help our clients sleep soundly, knowing they are in safe hands. Fill in the form to apply or give us a call on 01452 341975 to discuss the role further.