Care Assistant (Days & Nights)

Care Assistant (Nights)

Home Name: Sandringham Care Home

Location: Bishop Auckland

Salary: £12.71 per hour
Hours: 33/44 per week

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. No agencies, please.

Sandringham Care Home is a beautiful, purpose-built care home in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, providing exceptional residential, nursing, dementia and respite care. Our 92-bed home has been thoughtfully designed to offer comfort, dignity and an outstanding quality of life for every resident.

We are looking for caring, compassionate and dedicated Day & Night Care Assistants to join our friendly team. 

If you have a genuine passion for caring for others and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care while promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing for all residents.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting residents with personal care in a respectful and dignified manner.
• Assisting residents with mobility and repositioning where required.
• Providing reassurance and emotional support.
• Responding promptly to residents' needs and call bells.
• Supporting residents with drinks, snacks and comfort.
• Carrying out regular wellbeing and safety checks.
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns to the Senior Carer or Nurse on duty.
• Helping to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents.

Every shift is an opportunity to make someone feel safe, comfortable and valued.

About You

We're looking for individuals who are kind, dependable and committed to delivering outstanding care.

You will have:

• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential, as full training can be provided for the right candidate.
• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to remain calm and confident while working independently.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people.

What We Offer

• Paid induction and comprehensive training.
• A supportive management team and friendly colleagues.
• Free on-site parking.
• Uniform provided.
• Employee recognition.
• The opportunity to work in a modern care home with excellent facilities.

An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

If you're looking for a rewarding night role where you can make a real difference to the lives of older people, we'd love to welcome you to the Sandringham team.

Apply today!