Night Care Assistant - 36 Hours Per Week

Westward Care Limited; Ledston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Employee development programs

Referral bonus

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Westward Care Ltd in Ledston, England is seeking a compassionate Night Care Assistant to join our 36-hour per week night shift team. You will provide high-quality personal care, support residents during night hours, respond to calls, and help maintain comfort, safety and dignity throughout the night.

The role requires an Enhanced DBS, the ability to work 12-hour nights (8pm–8am), and previous care experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts (8pm–8am)
• Must be able to obtain or hold an Enhanced DBS disclosure
• Relevant qualification in Health and Social Care
• Previous experience working in a care home or residential setting
• NVQ / QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (preferred)
• Knowledge of safeguarding, moving and handling, and dementia care practices (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality personal care to residents during night hours including bedtime routines, night checks, and morning preparation.
• Respond promptly to resident call bells and signs of distress.
• Assist residents with mobility, positioning and pressure area care per care plans.
• Carry out regular checks while respecting sleep and privacy; report concerns to the on‑call nurse.
• Update care logs, fluid balance charts and night monitoring reports; participate in handovers.
• Ensure security and safety of the home during the night shift and maintain a quiet, clean environment.

Skills

Night shift work

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Enhanced DBS

Health and Social Care

Job description

Hours -36 hours per week - 8pm - 8am - shift pattern

About the Role

At Westward Care, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional, personalized care 24 hours a day. We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and attentive Night Care Assistant to join our dedicated care team.

As a Night Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring our residents feel safe, comfortable, and well-cared for throughout the night, respecting their dignity and individual preferences at all times.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Level of DBS disclosure required: Enhanced

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Resident Care & Support:

  • Provide high-quality personal care to residents during night hours including assistance with bedtime routines, night-time check-ins, and morning preparation.

  • Respond promptly and calmly to resident call bells, emergency calls, or signs of distress.
  • Assist residents with mobility, comfortable positioning, and pressure area care in line with individual care plans.
• Monitoring & Observation:

  • Carry out regular checks on residents while respecting their sleep and privacy.

  • Monitor residents’ well-being, noting any changes in health, behavior, or mobility, and report concerns promptly to the Senior/Night Nurse in charge.
• Documentation & Handover:

  • Accurately update care logs, fluid balance charts, and night monitoring reports.

  • Participate in clear, professional verbal handovers with the incoming day team to ensure continuity of care.
• Environment & Safety:

  • Ensure the security and safety of the home throughout the night shift (checking doors, windows, and fire exits).

  • Help maintain a quiet, clean, safe, and comfortable environment conducive to sleep and rest.

Skills & Qualifications

• A genuinely caring, empathetic, and patient attitude toward older adults.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a night care team.
• Dependability, punctuality, and the physical capacity for night shift duties.
• High level of responsibility and the ability to remain alert, calm, and attentive during quiet and busy periods.

Preferred:

• NVQ / QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
• Previous experience in a care home, nursing home, or health and social care setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, moving and handling, and dementia care practices.

Required Criteria

• Ability and willingness to work 12-hour night shifts (8pm to 8am) on a shift pattern
• Must be able to obtain or hold a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure
• Relevant qualification in Health and Social Care
• Previous experience working as a Care Assistant or in a residential care setting

About The Company

Westward Care Ltd lives by its core values and those who join us will be included and encouraged to work within this business ethos.

Company Culture

Our Values in Action

• Kindness — You bring warmth, empathy and patience to every interaction.

• Respect — You honour each resident’s individuality, choices and personal history.

• Trust — You build confidence through reliability, honesty and consistent care.

• Teamwork — You support colleagues, communicate openly and contribute positively to a shared mission.

Company Benefits

• Employee development programs
• Free parking
• Referral bonus
• Employee of the Month

Salary

£12.93 per hour