Care Assistant - Nights

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

Are you a natural night owl with a heart for care? Pick up flexible night shifts, get paid weekly, and do what you love while the world sleeps!

We are recruiting on behalf of a wonderful residential home that is looking for experienced, friendly agency Care Assistants to join their team for night shifts. The home supports elderly residents living with various age-related illnesses, specializing in different levels of dementia care.

If you are a positive, bubbly person who thrives during the night hours and wants the total freedom and flexibility of agency work, we would love to get you onboard!

What You’ll Be Doing
• Nighttime Support: Responding quickly and kindly to residents’ needs throughout the night, providing high-quality personal care.
• Safety & Comfort: Carrying out regular observation checks and helping with resident repositioning according to their specific care plans.
• Mobility Assistance: Lending a hand with mobility when needed, including the safe use of hoists.
• Accurate Record Keeping: Making sure all night checks and fluid/care charts are filled out perfectly.
• Light Housekeeping: Helping out with domestic duties to keep the home clean, tidy, and running smoothly.
• Staying Compliant: Following all health and safety procedures to keep the residents and yourself safe.

What We’re Looking For
• Previous experience as a Care Assistant (experience with dementia care and hoists is a huge plus!).
• A reliable, self-motivated night owl who can stay sharp and focused during night hours.
• A warm, bubbly personality and a genuine passion for looking after others.
• Ready to jump in quickly with your training and compliance documents.

Why Join Our Agency?
• Weekly Pay: Get your earnings straight into your bank account every week.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Pick and choose the night shifts that work best for your lifestyle.
• Fast-Track Process: We’ll work quickly to get you compliant and out on shift as soon as possible.

Key Information

Posted: June 26, 2026
Location: Derby, Derbyshire
Reference: 182347
Duration: This role offers ongoing opportunities for the right candidate
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: You will be paid £13.50 per hour
Working Hours: You will be working from 21:00 to 07:00 on night required from Monday through to Sunday.
Closing Date: 20260709

Experience & Qualifications

To be suitable for this position you must have:

– An Enhanced DBS Certificate dated within the past 12months or registered on the update service
– Up to date mandatory training certificates
– Full up-to-date CV
– A referenceable work history with at least 3 months of UK based care experience within a care or nursing home

**Please note that we do not offer sponsorships**

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