Care Assistant – Waking Nights

Job Title – Care Assistant - Waking Nights Job Type - Full or Part Time Positions Available We are currently recruiting a Waking Nights Home Care Assistant for immediate assignment. A Waking Night Home Care Assistant plays a crucial role in providing overnight care to individuals who require support due to age, disability, or other health-related issues. Location – Swansea, Llanelli, Neath Port Talbot and Cardiff Full driver's license and access to own vehicle are preferred but not essential. Salary £11.44 Per Hour Weekdays £13.00 Per Hour on Weekends Hours Approximately - 8pm to 8am Benefits

• Private Aviva Healthcare Insurance – You Can Add Family Members Too!
• £250 Welcome Bonus On Completion Of 12-Week Probation
• £250 Refer A Friend Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Paid Travel Time
• Paid SCW Registration Fee
• Double Pay on Bank Holidays
• Fortnightly Pay
• £11.44 to £13 per hour and 30p Mileage Allowance
• Holiday Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Guaranteed Hour Contracts Offered
• City & Guilds (NVQ) Accredited Training Provided
• As a Private Business, Most Calls Are a Minimum of One Hour
• All Private Clients: No Council Contracts; Plenty of Time With Our Clients
• Be Valued For The Work You Do
• Full Training & Mentoring Programme
• Real Career Progression
• Great Job Satisfaction
• Free Registration for Your Blue Light Card

Blue Light Card- Discount service for the emergency services, NHS, social care sector and armed forces, providing members with thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street to more than 15,000 discounts from large national retailers to local businesses across categories such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more. The Waking Nights Care Assistant Role Are you a dedicated carer looking for a fulfilling night-time role? We are currently looking for a Waking Nights Care Assistant to provide our clients with unwavering support and care from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the night. If you are passionate about providing care and support during the night and thrive in a role where you can genuinely make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to enhance the lives of our clients, providing them not just care but comfort, companionship, and peace of mind. Key Responsibilities of the Role A Waking Night Home Care Assistant plays a crucial role in providing overnight care to individuals who require support due to age, disability, or other health-related issues. Here are the key responsibilities typically associated with this position:

1. Constant Supervision and Safety Monitoring:
   • Remain alert throughout the shift to ensure the safety and security of clients. This includes regularly checking on the client, monitoring any health systems, and responding to any needs or emergencies that arise during the night.

1. Personal Care Assistance:
   • Assist clients with personal care needs, such as toileting, bathing, dressing, and grooming, ensuring that these tasks are handled with respect and dignity.

1. Medication Management:
   • Administer medications as prescribed, record the administration, and monitor for any adverse reactions or side effects.

1. Mobility Assistance:
   • Help clients with mobility issues move around if needed, which may include transfers from bed to wheelchair or assisting with basic stretches or other mobility exercises as instructed by healthcare professionals.

1. Health Monitoring:
   • Keep an eye on the health of the client, noting any changes in their condition, and reporting significant observations to registered nurses or doctors. This can include monitoring vital signs, if required.

1. Emotional Support and Companionship:
   • Provide companionship and emotional support, especially during times when clients might feel anxious or unable to sleep. Engaging in quiet conversation or providing reassurance can be important.

1. Maintaining Care Records:
   • Accurately document care provided during the night, including any incidents, changes in the client’s condition, or medication administered, ensuring all records are up-to-date for handover to daytime staff.

1. Housekeeping Tasks:
   • Perform light housekeeping duties related to the client’s immediate surroundings, such as cleaning up after personal care activities and ensuring the environment is safe and hygienic.

1. Crisis Management:
   • Respond effectively to any crisis situations that may arise, such as medical emergencies or other urgent issues, using first aid training and other skills as necessary.

1. Adherence to Policies and Protocols:
   • Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines set by Living at Home to ensure consistent and compliant care delivery.

Personal Specification The personal specification for a Waking Night Home Care Assistant details the attributes and qualifications that an employer seeks in candidates for this position. It helps ensure that applicants are well-suited for the demands of the job. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the personal specifications mentioned:

1. Good Timekeeping:
   • Candidates should have a strong sense of punctuality and reliability, as the role requires adherence to a strict schedule to ensure continuous care throughout the night.

1. Attention to Detail:
   • The ability to notice small changes in a client's condition or environment is crucial, as these may indicate important health or safety issues that need immediate attention.

1. Strong Communicator:
   • Effective communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals. This includes the ability to listen carefully and convey information clearly and compassionately.

1. Willingness to Learn and Be Part of a Team:
   • Candidates must be open to ongoing training and professional development to improve their caregiving skills. They should also be able to collaborate well with other team members, sharing information and supporting each other to provide the best care.

1. Age Requirement:
   • Care assistants must be aged 18 and over, ensuring that they have the maturity and life experience needed to handle the responsibilities and emotional demands of the role effectively.

1. Technology Requirements:
   • Applicants must have a smartphone capable of downloading and running the employer's app, which may be used for scheduling, reporting, and accessing key information about clients.

These specifications aim to identify candidates who not only excel in job tasks but also seamlessly integrate into the team and positively impact the caregiving environment. Each requirement contributes to the provision of safe, professional, and compassionate care. Personal Qualities

1. Emotionally Intelligent:
   • Ability to recognise, understand, and manage not only their own emotions but also effectively interpret and respond to the emotions of clients and their families.

1. Empathetic:
   • Demonstrates a deep understanding of and sensitivity to the experiences, feelings, and needs of clients, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment.

1. Friendly:
   • Presents a warm, approachable demeanour that makes clients feel comfortable and at ease during interactions, which is particularly important during the isolating night hours.

1. Reliable:
   • Consistently dependable in arriving on time and performing duties effectively, ensuring that clients receive uninterrupted care and support throughout the night.

1. Resilient:
   • Able to cope with the demands of the job and handle potentially stressful situations with calmness and professionalism.

1. Adaptable:
   • Capable of adjusting to new challenges and changes in the work environment, including adapting to the unique needs and preferences of different clients.

1. Patient:
   • Exhibits patience and understanding, especially when dealing with clients who may have difficulty expressing their needs or who may not respond to assistance in predictable ways.

1. Discreet:
   • Maintains professionalism and confidentiality, respecting the privacy of clients and their families at all times.

1. Physically Fit:
   • Able to perform physical tasks and duties as required, including assisting with mobility and transfers, without compromising their own or the client’s safety.

1. Attentive:
   • Pays close attention to the physical and emotional cues of clients, ensuring that their care is responsive and proactive.

Living at Home Company Culture At Living at Home, we are dedicated to delivering care that is not only friendly and caring but also committed and inspirational to our clients. Each client receives a personalised care plan that includes a One Page Profile, carefully tailored to their unique needs, hobbies, and interests, ensuring truly individualised service. Our approach centres on the desired outcomes for our clients. Whether it's supporting a client to re-engage with their local community or assisting them in starting their day, our goal is to make these special and important moments happen. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for each individual we serve. We are eager to connect with professionals who share our passion for transformative care. If you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, HCA, Health Care Assistant, or within the NHS, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.