Twilight Care Assistant

Yorkare Homes Ltd.; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in York is seeking Care Assistants for Twilight shifts (4pm-10pm) to support residents with personal care and promote their independence. The role offers competitive pay of £13.50 per hour (£13.60 with NVQ2) and includes benefits such as free DBS checks and extensive training. Experience preferred, though training will be provided. Join a supportive team committed to quality care.

Benefits

Free DBS check

Free Uniform

Fully comprehensive training

Health Scheme

Staff recognition awards

Bonus for working over Christmas

Qualifications

• Experience preferred, but training is provided if qualities are demonstrated.
• Must be willing to undertake necessary training.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents with diverse needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation regarding care provided.
• Serve and assist with drinks and snacks.
• Make and change beds and tidy rooms.
• Act as an advocate for residents.

Skills

Flexible

Caring and compassionate

Positive and self-motivated

Organised

Good communication skills

Education

NVQ2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

There are NO sponsorship opportunities with this role.

Haxby Hall is located in the heart of Haxby, next door to the local playground, and a short walk from the amenities of the village, such as a Co‑op supermarket, Costa Coffee and Haxby Bakehouse.

Due to occupancy increasing, we are currently expanding our team and looking for Care Assistants (Twilight 4pm-10pm) to join our team.

This will include some weekend work.

£13.50 per hour regardless of age

or with NVQ2 – £13.60 per hour

Free DBS check*

The role of a Care Assistant is to ensure the needs of the residents are met in a person‑centred way that respects their dignity and promotes independence.

It is essential that all our staff are:

• Flexible, caring and compassionate.
• Positive, self‑motivated and organised.
• Willing to undertake any training necessary to develop skills and competency relevant to the role.
• Sensitive to the needs of others.
• An active team player and must be able to work on own initiative.
• Possess good communication skills with colleagues and residents.

Overview of Job Description:

• To provide personal care and support to residents with a wide range of health care needs, illnesses and disabilities, all of which are available in their care plan for staff to follow.
• Serve and assist with drinks and snacks if required through the night.
• Make and change beds; tidy rooms along with some light cleaning to ensure resident comfort and maintain the appearance of their home.
• To maintain accurate documentation with regards to the care and support given to our residents.
• To act as an advocate to the residents and communicate their needs and wishes when required to senior members of staff.

In return the company will offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay (increased rate if an NVQ2 in Health and Social Care is held).
• Bonus for working over Christmas.
• Free enhanced DBS check*.
• Free Uniform.
• Fully comprehensive training and development support from our in‑house trainer.
• Staff recognition awards.
• Rewards App.
• Health Scheme.
• Working with a fantastic team of friendly, supportive, like‑minded individuals.

Experience is preferred, training and support is provided to a very high standard if the applicant demonstrates all the qualities we feel are essential to fulfil this role, such as having a positive and caring attitude.

Yorkare Homes is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer

* Fee will be recouped should you leave within your probation period.