Care Assistants - Night Shifts

Urgently needing Care Staff to work in The Chesterfield Area.

My client is looking for experienced Care Assistants to work in the Staveley Area to start work immediately. They provide a secure residential setting that has the facilities for 32 residents and specialise in Old Age. You will be working within this busy residential care home working as part of the team, always providing a high standard of care.

As an Experienced Care Assistant, you will be assisting in the resident’s activities of daily living, including aspects of personal care. You will also take part in the homes daily activity sessions to entertain the residents. You will also be expected to take part in the daily housekeeping duties of the home such as serving meals, feeding residents and laundry duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting and assisting with personal care, ensuring their comfort and hygiene needs are always met, ensuring the dignity of all residents.

• Read and Follow individualised care plans precisely and reporting any issues immediately.

• Complete daily paperwork, logs, and reports accurately to maintain seamless continuity of care.

• Work effectively and professionally alongside the existing care team.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in a residential or elderly care setting is essential.

• An empathetic, patient, and highly motivated attitude towards care.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and understanding.

• Be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

For this role, it is essential that you have;

• At least months experience in a similar Care environment.
• An Enhanced DBS dated within the last 6 months, registered on the update service is an advantage. If you don’t, don’t worry we can help if you have the facility to pay for one upfront at the cost of £49.50.
• All relevant mandatory training in Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults, Infection Control and ideally certificates to show for this or we can assist you to gain access to online training platforms.
• 2 years referenceable work experience
• The enthusiasm to make a difference to an individual’s life.

*Please note that we do not offer sponsorships*

This role offers ongoing hours for the right candidate and has the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Shift Times are

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Nights - 2200 to 0700

There are other shifts available on request especially bank holidays.

The hourly rate starts at £16.90. Premium rates are paid for bank holidays. You also accrue up to 28 days holiday per year.