Night Healthcare Assistant

Cornwallis Care; Dobwalls; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus £500

Refer-a-friend £500 bonus

Loyalty bonus

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Frances Bolitho Care Home is seeking a Night Healthcare Assistant to join a dedicated night team. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care, assist with medications after training, and support residents through the night with a focus on safety and comfort.

We offer a clear progression path to Enhanced Healthcare Assistant, with training and competency assessments, and a welcoming team culture. UK-wide working rights apply, with competitive night rates and bonus schemes.

Qualifications

• Care Certificate required or equivalent Health & Social Care qualification.
• Must have or be willing to complete medication administration training.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and emotional reassurance to residents.
• Take on responsibilities such as medication administration following training.
• Support the Night Coordinator and mentor junior Healthcare Assistants.
• Maintain accurate digital records and ensure a calm, safe night environment.
• Follow care plans to deliver person-centred care and monitor residents' wellbeing.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team player

Medication administration training

Education

Care Certificate

Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

At Frances Bolitho Care Home, we're looking for caring, compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our dedicated night team.

To be considered for this role, you'll ideally hold a Care Certificate or a recognised qualification in Health and Social Care. If you're an experienced carer who doesn't yet hold a Care Certificate but is committed to achieving one, we may be able to support you by offering an initial period on day shifts to complete your induction and Care Certificate before moving into a permanent night position.

We believe in recognising potential, nurturing talent and investing in our people. From your first day, you'll receive the training, encouragement and support needed to build a rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of our residents.

As a Night Healthcare Assistant, you'll help create a safe, comfortable and reassuring environment where residents feel respected, valued and supported throughout the night. You'll deliver high-quality, person-centred care, build meaningful relationships and work as part of a close-knit team committed to providing exceptional care.

For experienced Healthcare Assistants who are ready to progress, we offer a clear development pathway to become an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant. With the support of our Team Leads and Care Coordinators, you'll complete training and competency assessments in the safe administration of medication and basic clinical observations. Once signed off as competent, you'll take on additional responsibilities, support medication rounds, and help mentor Healthcare Assistants within the Night team.

Why Join Us?

£500 Joining Bonus for Night Care Assistants

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Loyalty bonus

Reward & recognition schemes to celebrate your hard work

Blue Light card

Full training and ongoing support

A welcoming, supportive team who feel like family

Real opportunities to grow and develop your career

Competitive pay with enhanced weekend & bank holiday rates

Your Role

You'll provide compassionate care, emotional reassurance, and practical support, while also taking on additional responsibilities such as medication administration and supporting the team in the absence of the Night Coordinator.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting residents with personal care, including continence care, and repositioning
• Carrying out regular welfare checks and night observations
• Responding promptly to call bells with care and compassion
• Providing comfort, reassurance, and companionship during the night
• Administering medication safely (following training and competency sign-off)
• Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns
• Maintaining accurate digital records using care systems
• Supporting the smooth running of the shift and guiding colleagues when needed Ensuring a calm, safe, and secure environment at all times
• Following care plans to deliver truly person-centred care

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced HCA (minimum Care Certificate required)
• A kind, calm, and empathetic nature
• Experience in care (ideally with dementia or complex needs)
• Confidence to take on responsibility and support others on shift
• Medication training (or willingness to complete)
• Strong team player with a positive attitude
• £14.00 per hour
• £28.00 per hour (bank holidays)

Pay Scale - Enhanced Night Healthcare Assistant

• £15.00 per hour
• £30.00 per hour (bank holidays)

We're proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.

We are NOT able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role.

However, we welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. We are able to offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week where this is in line with the conditions of your visa.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.

Full job description available on request.