Job Description

The Trust currently has a full-time (35 hrs per week) vacancy for a Night Care Assistant to work shifts at Alexandra House, their residential care home.

As a Night Care Assistant you will put the residents' care and wellbeing at the heart of everything you do. The Trust promotes independence, dignity and quality of life always in a person centred, caring and supportive environment.

You will assist with both physical and emotional support and personal care, assisting residents who need support going to bed or getting up in the morning, you will perform regular resident checks throughout the night and complete reports as needed.

What they offer:

Well trained, well rewarded staff provide a better level of care. You will receive regular training and supervision, along with development opportunities across the Trust.

They continue to reward their staff with competitive salaries and a number of employee benefits including

• Starting on 31 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (increases with service)
• An annual 'wellbeing' day for all staff
• Company sick pay
• Pension scheme
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance programme
• Long service awards
• Ongoing career development and refresher training

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ideally you will have your NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care but they will provide this training if needed Some experience in long term care, assisted living or home care but this is not essential, training can be provided Ability to handle multiple priorities Exhibit a caring and compassionate attitude while articulating true concern for people Ability to work flexible hours An enhanced DBS check will be taken up for successful candidates