Night Care & Support Assistant — Empower Independence & Comfort

Jobsgopublic Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension & life cover

Cycle to work

Employee discounts

Car lease

Employee assistance programme

Training & development

Flexible working

Hybrid/on-site support

Job summary

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Night Care & Support Assistant to help residents gain independence and confidence. You will assist with personal care, hydration and social activities, with clear documentation and reporting to the Shift Leader or Nurse on duty.

Role offers full hands‑on training with certifications; induction and Buddy scheme are provided. 20–30 hours weekly with some weekends. DBS required and sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• At minimum we offer 2.5 weeks induction training and a further 2-4 weeks "Buddyscheme" too. We will settle you in, gradually.

Responsibilities

• Enrich our customers to feel safe, secure and noticed.
• Support them to be themselves and encourage their comfort whilst being respectful of their living space.
• Take part in Arts, crafts and stimulating activities.
• Helping customers to get washed and dressed.
• Providing manual handling support and personal care.
• Providing medication support in a timely manner.
• Liaise with health professionals.
• Reporting any concerns or incidents to senior members of the team.
• Arranging and taking part in activities with members of the community.

Job description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Night Care & Support Assistant to help residents gain independence and confidence. You will assist with personal care, hydration and social activities, with clear documentation and reporting to the Shift Leader or Nurse on duty.

Role offers full hands‑on training with certifications; induction and Buddy scheme are provided. 20–30 hours weekly with some weekends. DBS required and sponsorship not available.