Care Assistant (DM/IP/2026) Ipswich, England
Salary: GBP14 - GBP14 per hour
Job Title: Care Assistant
Shifts: Night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Monday to Thursday).
Looking for 2–3 waking night shifts per week.
Due to the personal care needs of our clients, this role is open to female applicants only. This is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
About the Role
As a Care Assistant, you’ll support vulnerable individuals in their own homes, helping them to live safely, independently, and with dignity. You'll assist with a range of tasks, from personal care to emotional support and everyday activities.
In this specific role, you will be supporting an elderly lady who is living with Dementia and Type 2 Diabetes. We are seeking a calm, patient, and reassuring Care Assistant who will be highly proactive during these waking night shifts to ensure her comfort, safety, and well‑being throughout the night.
* Full theoretical and practical training to support skills and development
* Career progression opportunities
* Ongoing support from Office Team, Registered Managers, and Clinical Nursing staff
* Weekly pay (PAYE or umbrella options available)
Your responsibilities will include:
* Personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, and continence care through the night)
* Dementia support, providing a calm and orienting presence during periods of confusion
* Monitoring and managing wellbeing, with specific attention to Type 2 Diabetes management
* Mobility and manual handling support
* Monitoring and recording vital signs (after training)
* Companionship and emotional support
* Medication support (where trained)
* Light household tasks (cleaning, laundry)
* Following care plans and maintaining precise, proactive night‑time records
Who We're Looking For
* A minimum of 6 months of professional UK Care experience.
* Experience with Dementia care and Type 2 Diabetes management is highly preferred.
* A calm, proactive demeanor suited for dedicated waking night support.
* Complex Care experience preferred, but not a mandatory need.
You'll be part of a team committed to helping individuals build confidence, resilience, and lifelong skills through personalised care and support.
Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of their sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, civil partnership status, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, or disability.
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