Night Care Assistant

Devon County Council; United States; Remote; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working including home-work

Devon Discounts scheme

Job summary

Devon County Council invites applications for a night shift care role at Pine Park House, a 6-bed residential unit for adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. You will deliver personalised care based on care plans, liaise with professionals, and ensure CQC standards are met, including administering medication under supervision.

Flexibility in working patterns is offered with a night-shift schedule (18 hours per week) and an hourly rate starting at £13.92 to £14.14, with

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate fluently in English.
• Willingness to study for NVQ2 in Care or equivalent.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised care to service users based on their individual care plans.
• Ensure care and services meet Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.
• Administer prescribed medication under supervision.
• Safeguard vulnerable service users.
• Liaise with other professionals and agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with CQC standards and DCC policies.
• Ensure the safety and security of the premises, staff, and service users.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Report any concerns to the line manager.
• Mentor new staff during their induction process.
• Participate in meetings and contribute as necessary.
• Assist with domestic tasks and catering duties.
• Attend to the personal needs of clients during the night, ensuring their well-being and dignity.

Skills

Care planning

CQC standards

Medication administration

Safeguarding

Liaison

Record keeping

Health & safety

English fluency

NVQ2 study

Interpersonal skills

Night shift

Education

NVQ2 in Care or equivalent

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

• Deliver personalised care to service users based on their individual care plans.
• Ensure care and services meet Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.
• Administer prescribed medication under supervision.
• Safeguard vulnerable service users.
• Liaise with other professionals and agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with CQC standards and DCC policies.
• Ensure the safety and security of the premises, staff, and service users.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Report any concerns to the line manager.
• Mentor new staff during their induction process.
• Participate in meetings and contribute as necessary.
• Assist with domestic tasks and catering duties.
• Attend to the personal needs of clients during the night, ensuring their well-being and dignity.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our service users. The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
• Willingness to study for NVQ2 in Care or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic IT skills.
• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding.

Pine Park House is a 6 bedded residential respite unit for Adults with Learning Disabilities and associated Physical Disabilities.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a care setting.
• Experience working with people with learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our

Our offer to you

• 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2024.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the
• Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme - available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life.
• Flexible working opportunities, including home-working (subject to the needs of the role).
• Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme.

For more information or an informal chat please call Kellie Langdon or Natasha Newport-Snell on 01404 42549.

1 x 18 hour per week contract available.

Working pattern

• Thursday: 10pm to 7am
• Saturday: 10pm to 7am
• Sunday: 10pm to 7am
• Wednesday: 10pm to 7am

Hourly rate starting at £13.92 per hour, rising to £14.14 per hour, plus additional night duty enhancement of 1/3 per hour. In addition, Saturday hours are paid at time and a half and Sunday hours at double time.