Night Healthcare Assistant

Cornwallis Care Services Ltd; Tywardreath Highway; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornwallis Care Services Ltd is seeking a Night Health Care Assistant to support residents through the night with compassionate, person-centred care. You will help with bedtime routines, monitor wellbeing, and respond to overnight needs while safeguarding dignity and privacy.

You'll record daily observations in digital systems and collaborate with the care team and external professionals to maintain high-quality care. A caring, empathetic nature and good written English are essential.

Qualifications

• Provide person-centred care with dignity and privacy.
• Ability to stay awake during night shift.
• Good written English for documentation.
• Able to work in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care while protecting privacy.
• Engage residents in conversations and activities.
• Record and maintain resident information using digital systems.
• Report incidents and concerns to senior staff.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.
• Conduct wellbeing checks according to care plans.
• Promote welfare of vulnerable individuals.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Observation

Dignity respect

Education

Care Certificate

Tools

Digital records system

Job description

The role of a Night Health Care Assistant is to support our residents in living full, happy, and healthy lives, even while the world sleeps. You'll provide person-centred care, reassurance, and companionship throughout the night, ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and well looked after. From assisting with bedtime routines to responding to overnight needs, you'll play a vital role in maintaining their dignity, wellbeing, and peace of mind, helping them rest well and wake up ready to enjoy the day ahead.,

• Support residents with personal care, maintaining their privacy, dignity, and respect at all times.
• Engage residents in meaningful conversations and activities that enhance their quality of life.
• Deliver care in a person-centred manner, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Conduct regular wellbeing and health checks in accordance with individual care plans.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external healthcare professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Accurately record and maintain resident information using digital documentation systems.
• Promptly report any incidents, changes, or concerns to senior team members., Care Certificate (we will support you to achieve on 'days' before moving to nightshift).
• Ability to stay awake during the nightshift.
• A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for helping others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with residents and colleagues.
• Good written English for accurate documentation of daily care and interactions.
• Basic computer/IT skill for navigating digital documentation systems.
• A flexible and positive attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and maintaining up-to-date training.
• Always safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable individuals