Job Description

The Chestnuts Care Home is a 28 bedded care home located in the beautiful village of Meopham in Kent. We pride ourselves on providing a high level of care to people over the age of 65. We are well respected in the community.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and committed carer to join our night team who shares our passion for delivering high quality person centered care.

We are looking for both full time and part time waking night staff to work a 12 hour shift pattern between the hours of 8pm to 8am. We offer a competitive salary, career development, holiday pay, uniforms are provided, along with paid breaks and a company pension scheme. Please be aware these are waking nights.

Applicants must be 18 years or over to comply with care home regulations for personal care. Applicants who can drive or live within easy access to DA13 should only apply, as public access is now always easily accessible.

Full induction training will be provided along with support to complete The Care certificate. After 6 months, the successful candidate will be offered the opportunity to undergo training for a Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.

Night duties include assisting residents with their personal care needs along with maintaining a record of all care provided. Other duties include laundry, cleaning the kitchen and communal areas, administering medication, providing refreshments and any other support required throughout the night.

Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. The cost of the enhanced disclosure will be met by the employer. 2 references will be required.

Benefits include:

Competitive salary Holiday pay Free parking Uniforms provided Company pension scheme Annual wage review Blue light card Career development All training provided and paid for Paid shadow shifts Refer a friend scheme Paid breaks Free Wi-Fi
Please note, you may also know this role as: Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Nightcare Assistant

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.25-12.44 per hour

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Schedule:

12 hour shift Night shift
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person