Night Care Assistant

Southampton, UK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing high-quality care for the elderly. As a Night Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and wellbeing of residents during the night shifts. Your responsibilities will include assisting with personal and medical care, building meaningful relationships, and providing emotional support. With comprehensive training provided, this is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and various perks that reward your hard work and commitment to care.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Generous paid leave

Refer a friend scheme

Life Assurance

Pay progression

Learning and career development

Company pension

Shop and save vouchers

Medical cashback scheme

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

• Natural calling to care and commitment to providing exceptional care.
• Sensitivity and empathy towards residents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal and medical care needs.
• Build meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Personal Care

Medical Care

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Speedwell Court is a beautiful, purpose-built home that provides an exclusive setting and high-quality residential and Dementia care to its elderly residents. Staff are committed to looking after the health and wellbeing of residents. This includes providing a range of activities to get involved with, serving delicious, nutritious meals, and providing a high standard of care to residents.

The Role:

Shift times: 8pm-8am, including alternate weekend shifts.

As one of our highly valued Night Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery. You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care, and following social interests. You’ll build a special bond with each resident and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.

As a Night Care Assistant, you know how to make residents feel comfortable and put a smile on their faces. Above all, you’ll treat residents with kindness, respect, and compassion, ensuring each individual has a sense of choice and self-worth.

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay, benchmarked annually.
• Generous paid leave, including bank/public holidays.
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Company pension.
• Shop and save vouchers.
• Medical cashback scheme covering expenses like dental and opticians.
• Opportunity to obtain a 'Blue Light Card' for nationwide discounts.

About You:

Are you sensitive, empathetic, and passionate about caring for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? Whether you’re new to care or looking to retrain, we welcome you to join our growing team of Night Care Assistants.

No experience? No problem! We provide all necessary training. What matters most is your natural calling to care and your commitment to providing exceptional care to our residents, their families, and friends.

How to apply:

If this sounds like you, click the link now to upload your CV and covering letter for consideration.

Job Family: Care, Activities & Care Compliance