Care assistant

Care Assistant – Full Time Nights – Luxury Residential Care Home – AV1968

36 - 48 Hours per Week – Nights
Location: Southminster, Essex
Salary: £33,696.00 per annum

About the Role

We are recruiting a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join the night team at a well-established, family-owned residential care home in Southminster, Essex.

Providing exceptional care since 1988, this welcoming home specialises in supporting older people in a comfortable, homely environment where residents are always placed at the heart of everything they do. With just 25 beds, the home offers a close-knit community atmosphere, allowing staff to build meaningful relationships and deliver truly person-centred care.

As a Night Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable and supported throughout the night. You will provide high-quality care, respond to residents' needs, and help maintain a calm and reassuring environment while promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing.

About the Home

• Family-owned and independently operated residential care home
• Providing high-quality elderly care since 1988
• Small 25-bed service with a warm, homely atmosphere
• Located in the rural village of Southminster, Essex
• Rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
• Comfortable en-suite single and shared accommodation
• Stable management team and long-serving staff members
• Strong connections within the local Maldon community
• Resident-focused approach with personalised care at its heart

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care during night shifts
• Assist residents with personal care and mobility needs
• Carry out regular welfare and comfort checks
• Respond promptly to call bells and resident requests
• Support residents who may require reassurance during the night
• Maintain accurate care records and handovers
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy and independence
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure excellent standards of care

Candidate Requirements

• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential
• A caring, patient and compassionate nature
• Ability to work effectively and confidently during night shifts
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and professional approach
• Genuine passion for supporting older people

Benefits & Perks

• Salary of £33,696 per annum
• Full-time permanent night contract (48 hours per week)
• Supportive family-owned care provider
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Friendly and stable working environment
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every shift

To Apply

Please contact Jasmin on (phone number removed) or email to discuss this opportunity