We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Sleep-In Care Assistant to support an elderly client living with mild dementia in their own home in Marlow.
The role focuses on companionship, reassurance, and gentle assistance during the night. The client is generally settled and only requires help once or twice to use the toilet.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide a reassuring presence overnight, ensuring the client feels safe and supported
* Offer assistance with toileting or mobility during brief night awakenings
* Support good sleep hygiene and promote a calm, restful environment
* Maintain clear written or electronic notes about overnight activity
* Communicate promptly with the daytime care team or family about any changes in condition or concerns
Requirements
* Previous experience in dementia care or companionship roles preferred
* Kind, patient and reliable, with good communication skills
* Ability to remain calm and professional during night hours
* Right to work in the UK
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
* Two professional references
Benefits
* Consistent sleep-in shifts in a supportive care environment
* Competitive nightly rate with paid awake time at NMW or above
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Supportive management and 24-hour on-call assistance