Waking Night Care Support Worker (Loxwood, West Sussex)

Job summary

DESCRIPTION:

Provide overnight support to individuals in their own home. Remaining fully awake and alert overnight to provide continuous, responsive support , ensuring safety, security, and well-being for vulnerable elderly adults with Dementia, Parkinson's and other disabilities. Duties include assisting with personal care, continence care, transfers, medication administration and emotional support.

Working Pattern: 10pm to 6am

Every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday

Pay:

Weekdays - £14 per hour 

Weekends - £14.50 per hour 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide constant supervision (if required) - remain awake, alert throughout the night to ensure the safety and security of the individual you are supporting.

• Offer immediate support - respond instantly to requests for assistance, whether for personal care, emotional distress or concerns.

• Provide personal care - assisting with showering, washing, dressing, toileting, continence care and transfers in and out of bed / repositioning.

• Monitor health - conduct observations of the individual overnight, manage medication.

• Documentation - maintain professional records and complete nightly care logs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong communication skills

• Must be able to work weekend days

• Must be patient and empathetic.

• Kind and caring nature

• Ability to remain calm under pressure

• Resilience to work independently whilst remaining awake during the night.

• Minimum two years experience in providing care and support

• Must have the right to work in the UK - we are unable to provide sponsorship.

• Must be available at least 2 nights per week.

• NQV Level 2 / 3 is desirable but not essential

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary

• Annual leave

• Pension scheme

• Enhanced pay rates on weekends and public holidays

• Career progression

• A supportive, friendly team.