Night Carer

The Orders of St John Care Trust; Wheatley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care trust in the UK is looking for a Night Care Leader for their facility in Wheatley. The role involves leading a dedicated team of carers to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of residents at night. Applicants must possess NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or be working towards it, along with leadership experience in care. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including 28 days holiday and staff discounts.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Company pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Higher weekend pay rates

Employee Assistance Programme

Care Worker Charity membership

Refer a Friend scheme up to £1,000

Discounts through Blue Light Card and My Rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team to deliver care.
• Desire to progress to a role with greater responsibility.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training for career development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of carers during night shifts.
• Keep a wakeful watch on the security and safety of residents.
• Ensure care plans are regularly reviewed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Supportive leadership

Team management

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 2 with a plan to study for Level 3

Job description

Night Care Leader

Location: Wellford Gardens, Wheatley, Oxford OX33 1ND

Pay rate: £12.44 per hour | Contracted hours: 42 hours per week

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced carer with a desire to progress your career to the next level? Do you prefer to work nights? Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, combined with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. As Night Care Leader you will lead a small team of carers, keeping a wakeful watch on the security and safety of our residents and the home in general. You will ensure care plans are regularly reviewed, maintain accurate records, and manage your own time and that of your team effectively to support the wellbeing of our residents. While some shifts may be challenging, you will also laugh, have fun, and create lasting memories with our residents. You will work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

Wellford Gardens is our first luxury new build incorporating all‑inclusive living in a comfortable setting, featuring en‑suite bedrooms, fresh‑air ventilation, acoustic monitoring, landscaped gardens, private dining, hair and beauty facilities, cinema, lounge and sun terrace. The three‑storey home has 65 bedrooms and offers round‑the‑clock residential and dementia care, with innovative E‑care technology and person‑centred personalised options.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not‑for‑profit provider in the UK. Reinvesting every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in, we offer a competitive salary, training and development, and a range of benefits to keep our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing.

Benefits include:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A company pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Care Worker Charity membership for wellbeing and financial aid
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1,000 for every recommendation who successfully starts working for us
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, or NVQ Level 2 with a plan to study for Level 3. Experience in leading a team to deliver care, a desire to progress to a role with greater responsibility, and a willingness to undertake relevant training to support career development. A positive role model with excellent communication skills, natural ability to get along with others, supportive leadership, and the motivation to help your team deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Night Care Leader within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and start your career with us today.