This night shift post sits at a Barchester care home, where the care assistant supports older residents through the night. The work centres on daily living tasks, keeping residents comfortable, offering companionship and following care plans, including one-to-one time. What sets it apart is the overnight working and the need to work independently. Previous experience caring for older people is essential.
What the job involves
- Assist residents with daily living tasks overnight
- Ensure residents' comfort throughout the night
- Provide companionship and share moments with residents
- Support residents with food and drink
- Follow individual care plans
- Ensure each resident has one-to-one time
- Make residents' nights more comfortable
Experience
- Experience of caring for older people
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- A can-do approach
- Empathy and compassion in delivering care
- Ability to work independently
What’s offered
- Free training and development for all roles
- Access to wellbeing and support tools
- Retail discounts and savings
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme with unlimited referrals
- Employee of the Month rewards
- Long Service Awards
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
