Night Care Assistant – Bristol Care Homes
Bristol Care Homes is seeking dedicated Night Care Assistants to join its team at Quarry House Care Home in Fishponds, Bristol. This role offers competitive pay, weekend enhancements, and clear career pathways, including training opportunities to progress into nursing.
- Job Title: Night Care Assistant
- Employer: Bristol Care Homes
- Location: Quarry House Care Home, Adelaide Place, Channons Hill, Bristol BS16 2ED
- Pay: From £12.70 per hour (Real Living Wage)
- Enhancements: +10% pay at weekends, +50% pay on Bank Holidays
- Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Shift Pattern: Night shifts with weekend availability and overtime opportunities
- Closing Date: Not specified (apply promptly)
About Bristol Care Homes
Bristol Care Homes is a group of four nursing homes across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. The organisation is known for delivering top-quality, holistic care and prides itself on its supportive environment for both residents and staff. With a strong reputation, Bristol Care Homes offers excellent training, development, and career progression opportunities.
Job Summary
Night Care Assistants will provide high-quality personal care to residents, ensuring dignity, privacy, and meaningful experiences. The role involves supporting nursing staff, assisting with meals and drinks, and contributing to the smooth running of the home.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver personal care to residents during night shifts
- Ensure residents have a personalised and meaningful experience of life
- Assist nursing staff with procedures
- Maintain dignity and privacy of residents
- Support with serving meals and drinks
- Carry out tasks to ensure smooth running of the home
- Attend induction, mandatory, and ongoing training sessions
Candidate Requirements
- Experienced Care Assistants or enthusiastic individuals new to care welcome
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (preferred but not essential)
- Experience working with the elderly, preferably in a care home environment (advantage)
- Must pass an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Must have UK work authorisation (sponsorship/visa switch not available)
- From £12.70 per hour (Real Living Wage)
- +50% pay enhancement on Bank Holidays
- Welcome bonus
- Training and development opportunities (including NVQ Level 2)
- Career pathways to progress into nursing
- Prepare your CV highlighting care experience or transferable skills.
- Confirm your availability for night shifts and weekend work.
- Submit via the job posting or Bristol Care Homes careers portal.
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