Night Healthcare Assistant
Meadowbrook House
Lostwithiel, 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!
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 night shift).
* Ability to stay awake during the night shift.
* 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.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.
Pay Scale
* £14.00 per hour
* £17.50 per hour (Weekend Rate)
* £27.80 per hour (Bank Holidays)
Shift Times
* 19:00 - 07:00
We're proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.
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