Awake Night Sit Carer

4 days ago

West Malling ME, United Kingdom Continuity of Care Services Limited Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Job Title: Awake Night Sit Carer (Female)

  • Location: West Malling, Kent
  • Job Type: Part-time or Full-time (Overnight shifts)
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday and weekend shifts available
  • Hours: Typically from 22:00-07:00. Shifts may vary based on client needs
  • Salary: £12.96 to £13.96 per hour
  • Reports to: Care Manager

This role requires a female carer at the request of the family.

Please note you must be eligible to work in the UK. We are sorry, we do not currently offer sponsorship.

Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Awake Night Sit Carer to provide overnight care and support to a lovely lady in her home. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of client throughout the night. This role requires attentiveness and the ability to respond quickly to any needs or emergencies that may arise during the night.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overnight Supervision: Remain awake and vigilant throughout the night to monitor a client's wellbeing
  • Personal Care: Assist with any personal care needs as required
  • Emotional Support: Provide companionship and emotional reassurance to client during waking periods
  • Emergency Response: Respond promptly to any medical or behavioural emergencies, following established protocols and alerting appropriate authorities if needed
  • Documentation: Keep accurate records of the client's condition and any incidents that occur during the night, reporting these to the Care Manager or relevant health professionals
  • Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with the daytime care team, providing detailed handovers and updates on the clients status

Qualifications:

  • Experience: Previous experience in a similar role as a carer or health care assistant is beneficial but not required
  • Training: Relevant care qualifications are desirable but not mandatory as full training will be provided
  • Skills: Strong observational and communication skills, with the ability to stay alert and respond quickly to client needs
  • Personal Qualities: Compassionate, patient, and able to provide calm reassurance during the night
  • Physical Ability: Capable of assisting with mobility and personal care, including lifting and repositioning clients as necessary

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is calm, patient, and committed to high quality overnight care. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join our team

Advantages of Joining our Team:

  • Fully funded and paid training and access to our training academy
  • Higher than average rates of pay PLUS enhanced pay on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
  • Blue light card- subscription covered by us
  • Opportunities to take any Health and Social Care Qualifications Career progression
  • DBS assistance
  • £500 refer a friend scheme (terms & conditions apply)
  • 24/7 counselling and support
  • Meet & greet and shadow shifts to help settle into your new role
  • Opportunities to speak to our Mental Health First Aiders
  • Annual Saving Scheme
  • EPA Programme (Smart Clinic)
  • Annual Charity Events
  • Pension Scheme with The People's pension
  • Flexible working hours and local work available
  • Company phone

Our recruitment process

Continuity of Care Services is a CQC regulated employer. As such, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS and other necessary checks. We will also require you to complete mandatory training before employment can begin- bespoke to each clients needs.

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