About Company
Delivering exceptional care is at the heart of everything we do at Career.zycto. We deeply value the essential role our Night Shift Care Workers play in maintaining the comfort, safety, and dignity of our residents during the quiet overnight hours. Joining our team means becoming part of a highly supportive and compassionate community dedicated to person-centered care. We believe in fostering an environment where your dedication is recognized and your professional development is actively encouraged, ensuring you feel empowered to make a real difference every night.
Job Description
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual seeking a fulfilling role where you can make a significant difference in people’s lives? Career.zycto is actively seeking a committed Night Shift Care Worker to join our caring team in Covent Garden, London. In this vital role, you will provide essential support and care to our residents throughout the night, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. This position demands a proactive approach, excellent observational skills, and a genuine desire to uphold the highest standards of care, even in challenging situations. You will be responsible for assisting residents with their personal care needs, monitoring their health and mobility, and providing emotional support during often vulnerable hours. Working independently while remaining a crucial part of our wider care team, your presence will offer reassurance and security to those in our care. We are looking for someone who is reliable, empathetic, and committed to promoting independence and dignity for every resident.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide person-centred care to residents throughout the night, assisting with personal hygiene, mobility, and any other needs as required.
- Respond promptly and efficiently to resident call bells, emergencies, and requests for assistance.
- Regularly monitor residents' well-being, recording and reporting any changes in health, behavior, or condition to the senior carer or nurse on duty.
- Assist with the safe administration of medication, strictly adhering to care plans and company policies (training provided if necessary).
- Maintain accurate and detailed care records, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and reflects the care provided.
- Support residents with repositioning to prevent pressure sores, ensuring their comfort throughout the night.
- Undertake light domestic duties relevant to resident care areas to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Provide emotional support and companionship, ensuring residents feel secure and valued.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, safeguarding policies, and CQC standards.
Required Skills
- Proven empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to care for others.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Good observational and reporting skills.
- Basic IT literacy for documentation purposes.
- Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles.
Preferred Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
- Previous experience working as a Care Assistant, particularly in a night shift capacity or a residential care setting.
- Current First Aid certification.
- Up-to-date Moving & Handling training.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate with enhanced night shift allowance.
- Comprehensive paid induction and ongoing professional development training.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Employee assistance program for confidential support.
- Provided uniform.
- Paid annual leave.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for career progression within the organisation.
- Free on-site parking (subject to availability).
How to Apply
If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual ready to make a real difference to the lives of our residents during the night, we encourage you to apply. Please click on the application link below to submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for this role. We look forward to hearing from you!
