Job Description
Night Care Assistant
Hours:7 PM - 7 AM (with a sleeping element from 10 PM - 6 AM)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Night Care Assistant to provide high-quality care for a client with early onset dementia. The ideal candidate will possess a strong and resilient personality, capable of managing challenging situations with empathy and professionalism. This role requires a commitment to ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of the client during nighttime hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide attentive and compassionate care to the client during the night, ensuring their needs are met and their dignity is upheld.
- Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, and toileting, while respecting the client's preferences and comfort.
- Monitor the client’s condition and report any significant changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals or family members.
- Engage the client in meaningful activities or conversation to promote mental stimulation and emotional well-being, particularly during wakeful periods.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a care role, particularly with individuals with dementia or similar conditions, is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build rapport with clients and their families.
- Resilience and the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Understanding of dementia and its effects on behavior and personality.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must pass background checks as required by law.
Why Choose Home Instead?
- Award-Winning Employer – 5 Star WorkBuzz Employer for the second year running
- Good CQC Rating – and a 9.6 score on homecare.co.uk
- #3 in the UK’s Best Employers by the Financial Times
- Great pay – £130 per day
- Fully-funded qualifications: Earn Level 2, 3, and 5 qualifications and career advancement for those that would like more!
- Feel appreciated: We show our appreciation with bonuses—£250 for each successful employee referral and an additional £50 on your work anniversary.
- Wellbeing Support: Free counselling and expert legal advice for you and your family.
Qualifications
All required training will be provided by Home Instead.
Additional Information
If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and have a high-degree of flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us 01772 724111
We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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