Care Assistant

Care Assistant – Full Time Nights – Luxury Residential Care Home – AV1968 36 - 48 Hours per Week – Nights Location: Southminster, Essex Salary: £33,696.00 per annum About the RoleWe are recruiting a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join the night team at a well-established, family-owned residential care home in Southminster, Essex. Providing exceptional care since 1988, this welcoming home specialises in supporting older people in a comfortable, homely environment where residents are always placed at the heart of everything they do. With just 25 beds, the home offers a close-knit community atmosphere, allowing staff to build meaningful relationships and deliver truly person-centred care. As a Night Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable and supported throughout the night. You will provide high-quality care, respond to residents' needs, and help maintain a calm and reassuring environment while promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing. About the Home• Family-owned and independently operated residential care home • Providing high-quality elderly care since 1988 • Small 25-bed service with a warm, homely atmosphere • Located in the rural village of Southminster, Essex • Rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) • Comfortable en-suite single and shared accommodation • Stable management team and long-serving staff members • Strong connections within the local Maldon community • Resident-focused approach with personalised care at its heart Key Responsibilities• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care during night shifts • Assist residents with personal care and mobility needs • Carry out regular welfare and comfort checks • Respond promptly to call bells and resident requests • Support residents who may require reassurance during the night • Maintain accurate care records and handovers • Promote residents' dignity, privacy and independence • Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure excellent standards of care Candidate Requirements• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential • A caring, patient and compassionate nature • Ability to work effectively and confidently during night shifts • Good communication and teamwork skills • Reliable and professional approach • Genuine passion for supporting older people Benefits & Perks• Salary of £33,696 per annum • Full-time permanent night contract (48 hours per week) • Supportive family-owned care provider • Ongoing training and development opportunities • Friendly and stable working environment • Free on-site parking • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every shift To ApplyPlease contact Jasmin on or email to discuss this opportunity.