Weekend Care Assistant

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

Whether you want to earn extra income, fit work around weekday commitments, or build a regular Saturday and Sunday routine, we have flexible weekend opportunities waiting for you.

We are recruiting dedicated Care Assistants for early morning (07:00), afternoon (14:00), and overnight (22:00) starts across the weekend.

Join a supportive weekend team that keeps the home vibrant during the day and peaceful through the night.

What You’ll Be Doing
• Day Shifts (07:00 / 14:00):
o Support residents with morning or evening routines, personal care, and mobility.
o Serve meals and light refreshments, encouraging nutrition and social interaction.
o Facilitate weekend leisure activities, visits, and hobbies.
• Night Shifts (22:00):
o Perform regular, non-intrusive welfare checks to ensure resident comfort and safety.
o Respond promptly to call bells for assistance, mobility, or soothing nocturnal restlessness.
o Keep handheld digital care records updated and manage light night-duty tasks.

Key Information

Posted: November 06, 2026
Location: Eastwood, Nottinghamshire
Reference: 187078
Duration: This role offers ongoing hours
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: You will be paid £13.00 to £13.50 per hour, dependant on the hours worked
Working Hours: You will be working hours on Saturday and Sunday with typical times being: 07:00 to 14:30 14:00 to 22:00 22:00 to 07:00
Closing Date: 20261127

Experience & Qualifications

To be suitable for this position you must have:

– An Enhanced DBS Certificate dated within the past 9 months (or registered on the update service)
– Up to date mandatory training certificates
– Full up-to-date CV
– Referenceable working history with a minimum of 6 months of UK based experience within a residential care setting

If you do not have a valid DBS and/or training, do not worry as we can help you with this. We are happy to offer online training available at a subsidised fee and the certificates are yours to keep!

*Please note that we do not offer sponsorships*

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