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Night Care Assistant

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC619420
Salary range: £24,405 - £25,430 pro-rata, per annum, plus Market Supplement of £953 pro-rata, per annum
Work location: Marlfield, Alton
Hours per week: 36 or 24
Contract type: Permanent
Closing Date: 22 December 2024

The Role:

Within our older adults’ homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Night Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. 

What you’ll be doing:

  • Support Daily Living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents. 
  • Person-Centred Care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. 
  • Promote Independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. 
  • Build Relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. 

  
What we’re looking for:
No experience necessary – we provide all the training you need to be a great Night Care Assistant. What’s more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care:

 

  • Passion and Dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a difference. 
  • Empathy and Compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. 
  • Respect and Patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. 
  • Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. 
  • Team Player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care. 
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. 


Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. 

Why Join Us? 

  • Rewarding Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. 
  • Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. 
  • Professional Growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. 
  • Bank Holiday and Weekend Enhancements: This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy.
  • Competitive Benefits Package: Find more information here. 


How to apply?

  • For more information about the Night Care Assistant role, team and our values, take a look at our Candidate Pack.
  • To apply for this role, simply send us your CV using our pre-populated email template. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Or, if you prefer you can click on the ‘Apply’ button further down, to complete your full information.

 
Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, therefore the advert may close early. 

Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant. 

Values Based Recruitment:

We recruit for attitudes and values in Adults’ Health and Care. We invite you to evidence how you demonstrate our 5 core values in your application.  For more information on our values, please refer to the candidate pack.

Additional Information:

Find out more about Working with us in Adults’ Health and Care, including our benefits and the recruitment process. 

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For general enquiries, please contact care.careers@hants.gov.uk 

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Sonia Morley, Registered Manager on sonia.morley@hants.gov.uk 

 

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
 

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
 

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.


 


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