Waking Night Care Assistant

Alcedo Care; Sefton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Sefton seeks a dedicated Home Care Worker to support individuals of all ages with personal care, medication management, and companionship. This role offers flexible working hours and includes training for complex care and mental health support. Candidates of all experience levels are encouraged to apply, with a rewarding career path available. Competitive pay rates and various benefits are provided.

Benefits

£250 Welcome Bonus

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Referral bonus – earn £252

Mileage contribution

24/7 wellbeing support

Award-winning training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including alternate weekends.
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.
• For Complex Care, Children's, or Mental Health duties, 6 months' hands-on UK care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support people with personal care, medication preparation, and household tasks.
• Encourage independence and companionship.
• Provide support for complex care, children's needs, and mental health.

Skills

Personal care

Medication preparation

Household tasks

Companionship

Complex care support

Children's support

Mental health support

Job description

Overview

Make a Real Difference as a Home Care Worker with Alcedo Care in Southport working in the areas of Formby and Southport

Excellent rates of pay £13.00 to £13.50 PLUS pension PLUS Holiday Pay (equating to a rolled up pay rate of £15.01 to £15.58)

The Role

As a Home Care Worker, you’ll support people of all ages with:

• Personal care (washing, dressing, continence support)
• Medication and meal preparation
• Household tasks and daily routines
• Encouraging independence and providing companionship

With 6 months experience we also offer opportunities to work in:

• Complex Care – supporting individuals with conditions such as spinal injuries, neurological disorders, and respiratory needs. Training includes tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, postural support, and more.
• Children’s Support – providing personal care, emotional support, and daily assistance for children and young people with complex needs.
• Mental Health Support – offering practical and emotional support to help individuals manage routines, reduce isolation, and build confidence.

No prior experience? That’s okay. Our Candidate Assessment Programme (CAP) during onboarding will give you the skills and confidence you need.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• Willing to work flexible hours, including alternate weekends
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required
• For Complex Care, Childrens or Mental Health duties we require at least 6 months’ hands-on UK care experience.

Benefits

• £250 Welcome Bonus after completing probation (for full time and part time roles)
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Referral bonus – earn £252 for every successful referral
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible hours – full-time, part-time, and casual shifts
• 24/7 wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Award-winning training from our in-house team, including Registered Nurses
• Career development through our Rising Stars programme and fully funded NVQs

With over 24 branches across the North West, Lakes & Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Wales, we deliver more than a million hours of care each year – all while keeping family values and a supportive culture at the heart of what we do.

Join Our Team

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career where you’re truly valued, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take your first step with Alcedo Care.