Night Healthcare Assistant
Frances Bolitho Care Home
Penzance, Cornwall
Do you thrive in the quiet hours and want a job that matters? If you're a caring and compassionate person who enjoys helping others, we'd love for you to join our friendly and supportive team!
As a Night Care Assistant, you'll bring comfort and reassurance to those who need it most. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, this could be the perfect opportunity to start a rewarding career where every shift makes a real impact.
Full training provided
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career
Completive pay rates and weekend and bank holiday enhancements
£500 refer a friend scheme
Reward and recognition Schemes
Job Purpose
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.
Job Responsibilities
- 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.
Essential Skills
- 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
Pay Scale
- £13.82 - per hour
- £17.28 - per hour (Weekend Rate)
- £27.64 - per hour (Bank Holidays)
