Care Assistant (Nights)

Job description

About The RoleSuccessful Applicants will receive a£500 Welcome Bonus!! T&C's apply

Are you a compassionate and reliable Care Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in people's lives? Kitnocks House is looking for dedicated individuals with at least one year's experience within a care home setting to join our exceptional team.

Our 63-bed home is made up of four specialised units, each providing high-quality, person-centred care for residents living with complex needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, or other neurological disorders. It's a vibrant and rewarding place to work, where every day brings the opportunity to make someone's life that little bit brighter.

Please note: Due to the specific needs of our female residents who require same-sex personal care, this position is open to female applicants only under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 (Occupational Requirement).

What You'll Bring

Experience working in a nursing home supporting residents with dementia, mental health, elderly or complex care needs within the UK (essential)

A genuine passion for helping others and promoting dignity and independence

Emotional resilience and a steady head in challenging situations

Good communication skills (both written & verbal)

A positive team-focused attitude

A caring, reliable, and positive attitude

Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development

NVQ Level 2 or working towards it (desirable)

Your Working Pattern

Night shift: 20:00 –07:30

Average: 40.25 hours per week

Alternate weekends

Don't Drive? We make your commute easy with transport to and from work from our local pickup points!

What You'll Be DoingNo two days are quite the same as a Healthcare Assistant, but your main responsibilities will include:

Support all aspects of daily living including personal care, mealtimes, and social activities

Promote independence, choice, and dignity in every interaction

Observe and report on changes in residents' health and well‐being

Collaborate with your team to ensure exceptional, person‐centred care

Communicate openly and respectfully with colleagues, residents, and their loved ones

Why Join Us?At Cornerstone Healthcare, you'll be part of a team that genuinely cares - about our residents, our standards, and one another. We're proud of our reputation for excellence, and even prouder of the people who make it possible.

If you have the experience, compassion, and drive to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of something special at Kitnocks House!

Benefits package worth up to £5,000 (T&C's apply)

We are a Living Wage Employer

Enhanced pay for overtime and bank holidays

Monthly overtime raffle – win an extra £200 for picking up shifts

Career Pathway – A personalised plan for your career

Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1,000

Cycle to Work scheme

Healthcare cash plan worth up to £700 – includes dental, optical and 24/7 mental health support

Enhanced DBS fully covered by us and automatically added to the update service

Free uniform laundered for you on site ready for your next shift

Subsidised lunch on site

Recognition and rewards – vouchers, cash bonuses, and long service treats

Access to the Blue Light Card – over 13,000 discounts

And much more!

PLEASE NOTE - We are NOT offering Sponsorship and are unable to take overseas applications at this time

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English