Waking Night Care Assistant

Position Title: Night Care Assistant
Location: Pine Park House, Honiton, EX14 2HR

Job Term: Permanent
Hours: 18 hours per week

Reporting to: Team Leader/Care Officer
Directorate/Section/School: Adult & Community Services

Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? We are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Night Care Assistant. Whether you have previous experience in care or are looking to start a rewarding career, we welcome your application!

Pine Park House is a 6 bedded residential respite unit for Adults with Learning Disabilities and associated Physical Disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalised care to service users based on their individual care plans.
• Ensure care and services meet Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.
• Administer prescribed medication under supervision.
• Safeguard vulnerable service users.
• Liaise with other professionals and agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with CQC standards and DCC policies.
• Ensure the safety and security of the premises, staff, and service users.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Report any concerns to the line manager.
• Mentor new staff during their induction process.
• Participate in meetings and contribute as necessary.
• Assist with domestic tasks and catering duties.
• Attend to the personal needs of clients during the night, ensuring their well-being and dignity.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our service users.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Willingness to study for NVQ2 in Care or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic IT skills.
• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a care setting.
• Experience working with people with learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Join us and be part of a team that values empathy, respect, and dedication. If you are ready to take on this rewarding role, apply now and help us provide exceptional care to those who need it most.

Our offer to you

Working for Devon County Council (DCC) has all the benefits that you can expect from a large employer.

In return for the vital contribution that you make, we offer:

• 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2024.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the Peninsula Pensions website.
• Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life.
• Flexible working opportunities, including home-working (subject to the needs of the role).
• Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme.

For more information or an informal chat please call Kellie Langdon or Natasha Newport-Snell on 01404 42549

Alternatively you can emailkellie.langdon@devon.gov.uk

1 x 18 hour per week contract available.

Working pattern over a two week rolling rota as follows

Week 1

• Thursday: 10pm to 7am
• Saturday: 10pm to 7am

Week 2

• Sunday: 10pm to 7am
• Wednesday: 10pm to 7am

Hourly rate starting at £13.92 per hour, rising to £14.14 per hour, plus additional night duty enhancement of 1/3 per hour.

In addition, Saturday hours are paid at time and a half and Sunday hours at double time.

How to apply

Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.

Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.

Please click here to see the Job Description

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