Night Care Assistant

Belong Limited; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 14,888 - 21,204; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS check

Ongoing training & career progression

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Monthly ACE awards

Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme

Job summary

A not-for-profit care organization is seeking a dedicated Night Care Assistant to work 19 hours per week in Macclesfield. The ideal candidate will provide compassionate care to residents during the night, ensuring their wellbeing and comfort. Responsibilities include personal care, companionship, and maintaining a safe environment. Experience and a level 2 certificate in care are required. Join us to make a difference where everyone belongs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a caring role.
• Level 2 certificate in Care (minimum).
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with nighttime routines.
• Offer comfort and companionship to residents.
• Monitor wellbeing and respond to individual needs.
• Maintain a safe and quiet environment.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
• Keep accurate records for care delivery.

Skills

Empathy

Personal care

Communication

Education

Level 2 certificate in Care

Job description

Overview

Part-Time | £13.10 per hour | 19 hours per week

Are you someone who finds purpose in caring for others and creating calm, comforting spaces? Join Belong Macclesfield as a Night Care Assistant and help us ensure our residents feel safe, supported, and valued — even while the world sleeps.

We’re a not-for-profit, values-led organisation with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and person-centred care. Our Village-style community is made up of small Households, each home to around twelve residents, where we deliver exceptional care in a warm, homely environment.

We’re looking for dedicated Night Care Assistants to join our team on 19 hour per week contracts. You’ll work overnight to provide reassurance, support, and care to our residents, helping them feel secure and comfortable throughout the night.

Night Shifts

• Night Shifts: Typically between 10pm – 8am; Weekend and bank holiday working is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide gentle, respectful personal care and support with nighttime routines
• Offer comfort and companionship to residents who may wake or need assistance
• Monitor wellbeing and respond to individual needs with empathy and calm
• Maintain a quiet, safe and homely environment
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure continuity of care
• Keep accurate records to support high-quality care delivery

What We Offer

• £12.60 per hour
• Paid DBS check
• Paid induction & shadow shifts
• Ongoing training & career progression
• Pension scheme
• Casual dress
• Blue Light Card access
• Early Pay Release Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health support
• Monthly ACE awards & annual Champions Event
• Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme

Requirements

Applicants should have demonstrable experience and/or a level 2 certificate in Care (Care Certificate as a minimum).

We welcome applications from eligible candidates. Please note we are unable to sponsor overseas applicants. An Enhanced DBS check is required. You can view the DBS Code of Practice here.

We cannot sponsor overseas applicants. An Enhanced DBS check is required.

If you’re ready to make a difference during the quietest hours of the day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us create a place where everyone belongs — day and night.