Care Assistant Nights

Abbeyfield Group; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of housing and care is seeking a Night Care Assistant for Bradbury House in Gosforth. In this role, you will support residents with their care needs, providing both personal and emotional assistance. The position involves working 36 hours a week at a pay rate of £12.96 per hour. The organization values empathy and communication skills, offering benefits such as paid leave, healthcare expenses claims, and opportunities for career development. Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the elderly.

Benefits

£12.96 per hour pay

Up to 31 days paid leave

Instant access to overtime pay

Claim healthcare expenses

Life Assurance

Career development opportunities

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Sensitive and empathetic individual who loves to care for others.
• Enjoy building meaningful relationships.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and pass Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and medical care to residents.
• Assist residents with washing, dressing, and eating.
• Develop and follow residents' Care Plans.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Personal care assistance

Job description

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

Role:Care Assistant - Nights
The Home:Bradbury House is a residential care home offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our residents.
Location:Bradbury House, Wasdale Rd, Gosforth, Seascale CA20 1AU
Hours:36 Hours a Week. 8pm - 8am
Pay:£12.96 p/h

The Role of Care Assistant - Nights

• As one of our highly valued Night Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
• You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
• You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
• Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding.You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
• Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; theirdignity and independence.
• You’ll also be integral to developing residents Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:

• £12.96 p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
• Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays
• Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, no waiting until payday!
• Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

About You

• Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
• Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.