Night Care Assistant

Bristol City Council; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

Bristol City Council is seeking a Part-time Night Care Assistant to join Redfield Lodge in Bristol. The role involves providing personal care to frail individuals, including those with dementia, on a 27.5 hour per week rota that includes weekends and some holidays.

Desirable NVQ2/QCF2 in care with DBS clearance. Sponsorship is not offered; the council supports staff development and offers pension and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and supporting carers.
• Desirable NVQ2 or QCF2 in care.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to residents with dignity and respect.
• Assist with daily living activities while promoting independence.
• Work night shifts as part of a 4-week rota with weekend/public holiday work.

Skills

Personal care

Dementia care

Night shift

Empathy

Education

NVQ2 in care

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job reference VAC009038 Date posted 02/11/2026 Application closing date 16/11/2026 Location Redfield Lodge Avonvale Road Redfield Bristol BS5 9RG Salary BG6: £26,847 - £27,274 pro-rata Package Pension scheme Contractual hours Blank Basis Part time Job category/type Social Care Attachments Job Description.pdf Person Specification.pdf Bristol City Council Application Guidance.pdf

Permanent, Part Time, Night Care Assistant 27.5 hrs per week this post is on a 4 week rota which includes weekend working and some public holiday working.

We require a caring individualto join our Night careteam at Redfield Lodge.

You will work with people who are physically frail and also have mental health needs/Dementia; you will demonstrate the ability to provide personal care to a high standard, in a way that helps people maintain their independence and dignity.

Previous experience of working in a care setting is an advantage, and a NVQ2 or QCF 2 in care is also desirable, or a willingness to undertake relevant training.

a NVQ2 or QCF 2in care is also desirable, or a willingness to undertake relevant training.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. Bristol City Council are not offering sponsorship for this role.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

For an informal chat please contact Sharon Baker,Unit Manager, Telephone [phone].

Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.

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