Overview
Join to apply for the OPS - Night Care Worker (Non-OR) role at CrossReach.
Behind every reassuring smile, gentle word, and safe night’s rest at CrossReach is a team who never stop caring. As our new Night Care Worker, you will be the calm, compassionate presence who supports older people through the night hours, ensuring their needs are met with dignity and kindness.
This is more than a night shift. By being there when others sleep, you bring reassurance, safety and dignity to older people who rely on our care. Every action you take helps create peace of mind for them and their families.
Responsibilities
* Providing wakeful night duty cover, ensuring safety and comfort for each person
* Acting as a key worker, helping to shape and manage individual care plans
* Assisting with personal and intimate care, always with empathy, dignity and respect
* Supporting the use of aids and equipment to maintain independence where possible
* Liaising with health professionals and other colleagues to provide consistent care
* Monitoring nutritional needs and responding sensitively to emergencies
* Helping maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all
What You’ll Bring
You will have, or be willing to work towards, an SVQ 3 in Health and Social Care, along with basic computer skills to support record keeping and communication. Compassion, patience and the ability to stay calm and dependable during the night are what matter most. You will also be committed to working within our Christian ethos, demonstrating values of compassion, dignity and respect in the way you care for others.
What We Offer
You will be part of a supportive and committed team who share a clear purpose. We provide ongoing training, employee benefits, and an environment where you will be valued and encouraged to grow.
Ready to make the night a little brighter for someone who needs you? Apply today and be part of something that truly matters.
We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that supports others. This includes access to exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card, a generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit, enhanced family friendly policies, and a health cash plan with cash back for health treatments. We also provide a care concierge service to support you with life’s challenges.
We are committed to training and development, including support for professional membership fees, to help you learn and grow in ways that are right for you.
CrossReach has a long history of high-quality social care and is part of the Church of Scotland. We aim to provide care in Christ’s name and to ensure all staff work within our Christian ethos. This post requires membership of the PVG Scheme and registration with SSSC as applicable, and you must meet the standards for UK work eligibility.
If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk. We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date, so please apply at an early stage.
Additional Information For Candidates
* Application Process: Please apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. Further information about our recruitment process is available there.
* CV Upload: DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting.
* Deadline: Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
* Accessibility: To view our recruitment accessibility statement, please view the linked resources.
* Communication: Most communication is via email; ensure your address is accurate and that Jobtrain and CrossReach are marked as safe.
* Check Email Regularly: Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates.
* Amendments: Once you have submitted your application, you cannot make amendments through the form.
* Further help: For assistance, contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk.
We’re looking for caring professionals to join our team in Scotland. If you meet the requirements and share our values, we’d love to hear from you.
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