Healthcare Assistant (Nights)

Night Healthcare Assistant

Cowbridge Residential Care Home

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!

As a Night Care Assistant, you'll bring comfort and reassurance to those who need it most. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, this could be the perfect opportunity to start a rewarding

career where every shift makes a real impact.

Why Join Us

£500 joining bonus

£500 refer a friend scheme

Loyalty Bonus

Reward and recognition Schemes

Blue Light card

Full training provided

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career

Completive pay rates and enhancements

To be considered for this role, you'll ideally hold a Care Certificate or a recognised qualification in Health and Social Care. If you're an experienced carer who doesn't yet hold a Care Certificate but is committed to achieving one, we may be able to support you by offering an initial period on day shifts to complete your induction and Care Certificate before moving into a permanent night position.

We believe in recognising potential, nurturing talent and investing in our people. From your first day, you'll receive the training, encouragement and support needed to build a rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of our residents.

As a Night Healthcare Assistant, you'll help create a safe, comfortable and reassuring environment where residents feel respected, valued and supported throughout the night. You'll deliver high-quality, person-centred care, build meaningful relationships and work as part of a close-knit team committed to providing exceptional care.

For experienced Healthcare Assistants who are ready to progress, we offer a clear development pathway to become an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant. With the support of our Team Leads and Care Coordinators, you'll complete training and competency assessments in the safe administration of medication and basic clinical observations. Once signed off as competent, you'll take on additional responsibilities, support medication rounds, and help mentor Healthcare Assistants within the Night team.

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 nightshift).
• Ability to stay awake during the nightshift.
• 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.
• Always safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable individuals

Pay Scale - Night Healthcare Assistant

• £14.00 per hour
• £17.50 per hour (weekends)
• £15.47 per hour (bank holidays)

Pay Scale - Enhanced Night Healthcare Assistant

• £15.00 per hour
• £18.75 per hour (weekends)
• £30.00 per hour (bank holidays)

Shift Times:

• 19:00 - 07:00

Apply now and begin a rewarding journey in care with a team that values you.

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.

We are not able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role.

However, we welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. We are able to offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week where this is in line with the conditions of your visa.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.

Full job description available on request.