Night Care Assistant

About Belong and the Role

Belong is a not-for-profit, values-driven organization dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse community where everyone feels welcomed. We operate Village-style households, each accommodating about twelve residents, and our committed team provides superior, person-centred care focused on enhancing the lives of those we support.

We are currently inviting applications for a Night Care Assistant position at Belong Wigan. This role involves collaboration with fellow team members to ensure smooth household operations while maintaining exceptional care standards for residents, their families, visitors, and fellow staff.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit compassion, empathy, and a person-focused attitude in caring for elderly residents
• Demonstrate self-motivation, resilience, and strong organizational skills
• Adapt flexibly to resident and household needs while managing pressure effectively
• Provide personal care, assistance, companionship, and activity support to residents
• Remain attentive to residents' well-being and health
• Uphold residents' dignity and privacy at all times
• Work collaboratively with residents and families to customize care plans
• Assist during mealtimes and support safe movement of residents
• Keep accurate and detailed records for each resident

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Commitment to maintaining high care standards while promoting dignity and respect
• Prior experience in elderly care environments
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Dependability, flexibility, and capability to handle pressure in a dynamic setting
• Minimum NVQ level 2 in health & social care or Care Certificate completion
• Passion for delivering outstanding night-time care

Compensation and Working Hours

This part-time role requires 19.5 hours weekly with shifts from 10 PM to 8 AM. The hourly pay rate is £13.45.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid DBS check costs
• Four-day comprehensive classroom induction plus paid shadowing shifts
• Continual training and professional growth opportunities
• Possibility for career advancement within the organization
• Participation in a pension scheme
• Access to discounts via the Blue Light Card program
• Subsidized meals offered in our on-site bistros
• Meals during shifts
• Casual dress code
• Early Pay Release options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Occupational Health support availability
• Monthly and annual colleague recognition events
• Enhanced referral bonuses for recommending new colleagues

Additional Information

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship. An Enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this role in compliance with safeguarding standards. For details on DBS code of practice, please refer to official government guidance documents.