Night Care Assistant

TipTopJob; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Weekend Pay

Sick Pay

Paid Breaks

Healthcare

Cycle to Work

Uniforms Provided

Training Time

Career Progression

Pension Contributions

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Job summary

TipTopJob in Littlehampton is seeking a reliable Night Care Assistant to join our dedicated team in a well-regarded residential home. You will deliver high quality, person-centred care to residents during night hours, ensuring dignity, empathy and respect while maintaining a safe, calm environment.

Key duties include assisting with night-time routines, providing personal care, monitoring residents, responding to call bells, completing documentation, and following care plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in night care preferred.
• Able to work night shifts.
• Commitment to dignity and respect for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with night-time routines and wake-up support.
• Provide personal care while maintaining dignity and privacy.
• Carry out regular checks and respond promptly to needs.
• Document changes and handover to day staff.
• Follow care plans and safeguarding procedures.
• Support continence care when required.
• Ensure the home remains clean and safe overnight.

Skills

Night care

Personal care

Empathy

Job description

Location: Littlehampton

Hours: 36 hours per week (three shifts a week) from 20:00 to 08:00.

Salary

• New to Care: A GBP 13.67 per hour on weekdays, A GBP 14.67 on weekends, and A GBP 15.67 for overtime (non:medication trained).
• Care Assistant with less than 18 months experience: A GBP 13.79 per hour on weekdays, A GBP 14.79 on weekends, and A GBP 15.79 for overtime (Medication trained).
• Care Assistant with more than 18 months experience: A GBP 13.90 per hour on weekdays, A GBP 14.90 on weekends, and A GBP 15.90 for overtime (Medication trained).
• Care Assistant with NVQ Level Two: A GBP 14.02 per hour on weekdays, A GBP 15.02 on weekends, and A GBP 16.02 for overtime.
• Care Assistant studying or with an NVQ Level Three: A GBP 14.12 per hour on weekdays, A GBP 15.12 on weekends, and A GBP 16.23 for overtime.

The Role

We are a well:regarded residential home based in Littlehampton and are currently seeking a reliable and compassionate Day Care Assistant to join our dedicated team.

As a Night Care Assistant, you will deliver high:quality, person:centred care to the residents, ensuring their individual needs are met with dignity, empathy, and respect. You will play a vital role in promoting a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment throughout the night. The care team is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those they support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with night:time routines, including preparing for bed and morning wake:up support.
• Provide personal care as required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
• Carry out regular checks on residents throughout the night, responding to any needs promptly.
• Administer appropriate support with continence care, following care plans and protocols.
• Monitor and record any changes in residents conditions and report to senior staff.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to call bells and resident needs.
• Assist in repositioning residents as needed to prevent discomfort and pressure sores.
• Maintain a calm and reassuring presence, providing emotional support when required.
• Ensure the home remains clean, tidy, and hazard:free throughout the night.
• Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Be aware of and adhere to the Emergency Plan and Fire Procedures.
• Complete all required documentation and handover reports for the day staff.
• Follow care plan updates, system communications, and instructions from senior staff.
• Undertake all mandatory training and any additional training as required for professional development.
• Always uphold residents confidentiality and the organisations policies.

Benefits

• Enhanced rates of pay for working weekends, Bank Holidays, and overtime
• Sick pay benefit scheme
• Paid breaks
• Healthcare benefits
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Home and Electronics Scheme
• Paid DBS checks
• Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
• Uniforms provided
• Performance bonuses
• Paid induction and training time
• On:the:job development
• Support with the Care Certificate
• Supervision and appraisal meetings.
• Qualifications sponsorship and support
• Career pathways
• Pension contributions
• Long service award
• Refer:a:friend scheme

This position is NOT open for transfer or sponsorship.