Care Assistant - Nights Job Title: Care Assistant Salary: £13.44 per hour Mon-Fri, £14.08 Sat & £13.44 Sun Hours of Work: 8pm-8am, alternative weekends required. Contract: 30hrs weekly Week 1: Sun, Thurs, Fri & Sat Week 2: Friday Female carer required due to resident's preferences Join Guild Care as a Care Assistant - Make a Real Difference in People's Lives Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have a caring heart and a commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect? At Guild Care, a leading not-for-profit charity, we are searching for compassionate individuals to join our team as Care Assistants and help us provide exceptional care to our residents. About the role Night Shift Responsibilities: 🌙 Providing Overnight Care & Support Ensure residents feel safe, comfortable, and reassured throughout the night. Assist with bedtime routines, personal care, and any necessary support. Respond promptly to calls for assistance, ensuring dignity and respect. 🌙 Monitoring & Well-being Conduct regular checks guided by the acoustic monitoring to ensure residents are settled and comfortable. Observe and report any changes in health, mood, or behaviour. Manage any night-time disturbances sensitively and calmly. 🌙 Promoting a Calm & Restful Environment Maintain a peaceful atmosphere, minimising noise and disruptions. Support individuals who may wake up disoriented or distressed. Encourage relaxation techniques to help residents sleep better. 🌙 Household & Safety Duties Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in communal and private areas. Ensure safety checks are completed, including security of doors and windows. Prepare for the morning shift, such as setting up breakfast or organising daily plans. 🌙 Team Communication & Record-Keeping Document observations, incidents, and care activities accurately. Report any concerns to the House Leader or relevant staff. Handover essential information to the day shift team for continuity of care. About the company We are Worthing's leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day. Required Criteria The ability to communicate well in the English language. The ability to read, write and carry out basic mathematical calculations. Satisfactory DBS Check Desired Criteria Experience of working in a care environment Experience of providing personal care A qualification in care Previous experience in Dementia Care/demonstrates awareness in Dementia Skills you'll need Teamwork Providing Care Guild Care. Location : Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom