Night Care Assistant

Oakland Care Home; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS paid

Uniform provided

Life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal during shifts

GP for dependants

Discounts on health/fitness

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development

Career progression

Long service awards

Refer a Friend £1,000 referral

Job summary

Oakland Care Home in Rochdale is seeking a Night Care Assistant to support residents with daily living, including personal care, mobility and nutrition, while following care plans to preserve dignity and wellbeing.

This role welcomes experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, ongoing development and a supportive team to help you grow and succeed.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards.
• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care.
• Support mobility and nutrition while following care plans.
• Contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care.
• Work as part of a supportive team to create a warm environment.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

About Oakland Care Home
Our 40 bedded home provides residential and residential dementia care in a friendly setting just outside Rochdale. Oakland is a purpose built home with a close knit feel, offering a welcoming environment, landscaped gardens and a team focused on providing high quality, person centred care.

Care Assistant Contract

• Contracted to 33 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview
As a Night Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday. This role is central to delivering high quality, person centred care that supports dignity, independence and overall wellbeing.
You will support individuals with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable, respected and valued. By following care plans and recognising changes in condition, you will contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.
What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
• NVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role

About Care Concern Group
Oakland is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.
If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.