Night Care Specialist — Med Admin & Dementia Support

The Methodist Church in Britain; Kirkby Stephen; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Perks and discounts schemes

Market supplement after six months

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a Night Support Worker for Christian Head, a residential home caring for up to 28 residents with complex needs. The role covers overnight care from 21:45 to 07:30, including medication administration, security checks and urgent response.

The post offers a seven-day rota with alternate weekends and bank holidays, plus a competitive pension, enhanced annual leave and perks discounts. A market supplement of £0.53 per hour after six months applies.

Qualifications

• Overnight care for residents with complex needs.
• Ability to respond calmly to emergencies and maintain safety.
• Medication administration during night shifts.
• Ability to work on a seven-day rota with weekend/bank holiday coverage.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication to residents overnight.
• Carry out all security checks during the night shift.
• Deal with emergencies as they arise.
• Assist residents with care needs throughout the night.
• Make safe, confident decisions to protect residents' wellbeing.

Skills

Emergency response

Adaptability

Decision making

Compassionate care

Job description

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a Night Support Worker for Christian Head, a residential home caring for up to 28 residents with complex needs. The role covers overnight care from 21:45 to 07:30, including medication administration, security checks and urgent response.

The post offers a seven-day rota with alternate weekends and bank holidays, plus a competitive pension, enhanced annual leave and perks discounts. A market supplement of £0.53 per hour after six months applies.