Night Care & Support Assistant

Care South; Poole; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking compassionate Night Care & Support Assistants to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents at a welcoming residential home. You will be responsible for providing person-centered care, supporting residents' independence, and fostering a friendly atmosphere. With flexible full-time and part-time hours available, this position is perfect for those looking to start a rewarding career in care. Comprehensive training will be provided, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

Benefits

Blue Light Shopping Discount Card

Reward and Recognition Schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Industry Based Qualifications

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to positively impact residents' lives.
• Compassionate and understanding nature is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent person-centered care to residents.
• Support residents in maintaining independence.
• Build relationships and provide companionship.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Person-Centered Care

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

About The Role

Night Care & Support Assistant

Dorset House Residential Home - BH15 4HL

Pay rate: £12.50 to £12.75 per hour + paid breaks

Hours: Full time & Part Time available

Shift: (7.45pm to 8.00am) including alternate weekends

We have an exciting opportunity for a Night Care & Support Assistant to join our care team at Dorset House, our caring and friendly residential care home near to Upton Country Park and Poole Quay. Located in Hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4HL.

As a not-for-profit charity within Social Care, we focus on the reward and recognition of all our people. Our benefits include:

• Blue Light Shopping Discount Card
• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Industry Based Qualifications

What you will be doing:

• Identifying the needs & abilities of our residents and delivering excellent person centred care.
• Supporting & encouraging our residents to remain as independent as possible.
• Checking on residents on a regular basis - moving & positioning if required.
• Providing elements of personal care including washing & undressing where needed.
• Building relationships and providing companionship - getting to know our residents!
• Working in a team to create a co-operative, friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the home.

Who we are looking for:

We want you to have a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents. You'll need to be naturally compassionate and of course understanding of others.

Previous care experience is not essential. A full induction and training programme will be provided to support you.

If this sounds like you then we would love for you to join the team!

You need to be over 18 years of age to apply for this position.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to offer Sponsorship.

About Us

PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk.

As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.

For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202712448.