Night Care Specialist (Dementia) | Enhanced Pay

Vale of Glamorgan Council; Barry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Barry seeks a Care Assistant to provide personal and emotional care for older adults in a residential setting at night. Applicants should possess knowledge of person-centered care and be able to communicate effectively. Training opportunities are available for those without formal qualifications. This role includes a rotating shift pattern, specifically from 9 pm to 7 am, and entails working 20 hours a week with pay rates starting at £13.05 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience providing personal care and emotional support to vulnerable adults.
• Communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willingness to participate in training and obtain a vocational qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal, physical, and emotional care in a residential setting at night.
• Support older people, including those with dementia.

Skills

Experience in personal care

Effective communication

Willingness to train

Education

City and Guilds level 2 (or equivalent)

Job description

A local government authority in Barry seeks a Care Assistant to provide personal and emotional care for older adults in a residential setting at night. Applicants should possess knowledge of person-centered care and be able to communicate effectively. Training opportunities are available for those without formal qualifications. This role includes a rotating shift pattern, specifically from 9 pm to 7 am, and entails working 20 hours a week with pay rates starting at £13.05 per hour.