Night Care Assistant

Healthcare Management Trust; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Free On-Site Parking

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Life Insurance

Referral Programme

Job summary

Healthcare Management Trust in Littlehampton is looking for a caring Care Assistant to help residents lead more independent lives and enjoy daily moments of comfort and joy.

You will support personal care, mobility, and daily living activities, while maintaining accurate records on our electronic systems and working closely with the multi-professional team. The role offers flexible night shifts, permanent full-time employment, and additional benefits.

Qualifications

• A vocational qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• A compassionate, empathetic, and friendly attitude with a person-centred approach to care.
• Excellent verbal, written, and language skills to communicate with residents and the team.
• High accountability, time-management skills, and the ability to safely manage workload with limited supervision.
• Ability to stay calm, solve problems on your feet, and adapt as services grow.
• Growth mindset and willingness to engage in further training.
• Respect for GDPR, safeguarding, health & safety, and resident confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily experiences that promote independence and joy to residents.
• Support residents with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and daily living needs.
• Help residents stay mobile and comfortable using safe moving and handling techniques.
• Communicate warmly with residents and the multi-professional team.
• Keep accurate, confidential records on our electronic systems.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team player

Time management

Calm under pressure

Growth mindset

GDPR awareness

Education

Vocational qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

Pay: £12.85 per hourJob Description:Ready to Make a Real Difference? Join Us as a Care Assistant!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Creating Moments: Deliver special daily experiences that promote independence and bring joy to our residents.
• Personalised Care: Support residents with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and daily living, tailored to their individual needs.
• Safe & Active Support: Help residents stay mobile and comfortable using approved, safe moving and handling techniques.
• Great Conversations: Communicate warmly and clearly, always using individual communication aids where needed.
• Tech-Savvy Logging: Keep accurate, confidential records of daily care and observations on our electronic systems.
• Welcome Team: Assist with welcoming new residents, handling transfers, and looking after their personal belongings with care.
• Safe Environment: Maintain a sparkling clean, safe space by following health, safety, and infection control steps.
• Be a Champion: Act as a Key Worker for specific residents, getting to know their unique life stories to provide deeply personal care.
• Never Stop Learning: Keep your skills sharp by completing mandatory and developmental training.

What You Bring: The Essentials:

• Experience & Certifications: A vocational qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), plus hands-on experience in a residential or nursing setting.
• A Patient-First Heart: A compassionate, empathetic, and friendly attitude with a person-centred approach to care.
• Great Communicator: Excellent verbal, written, and language skills to communicate effectively with residents and the multi-professional team.
• Reliable Team Player: High accountability, great time-management skills, and the capability to safely manage your workload with limited supervision.
• Cool Under Pressure: The ability to remain calm, solve problems on your feet, and stay adaptable as our services grow.
• Growth Mindset: Enthusiastic about receiving feedback, achieving team objectives, and expanding your knowledge through further training.
• Professional Standards: Highly respectful of data protection (GDPR), adult safeguarding, health and safety, and resident confidentiality.

Awesome Extras (Desirable):

• Prior Training: Already hold an NVQ Level 2, Care Certificate, or alternative healthcare training.
• Specialist Awareness: Knowledge of dementia care, current regulatory frameworks, and routine audit participation.
• True Flexibility: Happy to travel and work off-site at alternative contract environments if service needs evolve.

What We Offer You:

• Company Pension: Secure your future while you care for others.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active on your commute.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave: Extra support for you and your growing family.
• Free On-Site Parking: No hassle and no costs when you arrive at work.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme: Dedicated tools and support to look after your own wellness.
• Life Insurance: Peace of mind and security for your loved ones.
• Referral Programme: Earn financial rewards for bringing your talented friends on board.

The Details:

• Competitive Pay: £12.85 per hour.
• Flexible Shifts: Night shifts available to suit your lifestyle.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Littlehampton BN17 5SN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)