Lancashire County Council
Residential Night Care Assistant | Part time | Bowgreave Rise Residential Care Home | Garstang
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Residential Night Care Assistant | Part time | Bowgreave Rise Residential Care Home | Garstang
Night Care Support Worker (Part-Time) Bowgreave Rise, Lancashire County Council | £25,949 per annum (pro rata) + night enhancement between 11pm–7am
This part-time, permanent role—open to UK residents only—operates between 22:00–08:00. Your rota pattern covers the following weeks:
- Week 1: Tuesday, Wednesday
- Week 2: Monday, Tuesday
- Week 3: Sunday, Monday, Saturday
- Week 4: Sunday, Friday, Saturday
- Week 5: Thursday, Friday
- Week 6: Wednesday, Thursday (Full rota details at Job Description)
We are recruiting to care for older people, individuals with dementia, and their families across 16 care homes and 13 day centres in Lancashire. Delivery will align with The Care Certificate standards, fully funded by us.
About the Role
We thrive on values like kindness, dignity, compassion, and empowering older people to live on their terms. If you share our vision—safe, high-quality support—that’s your entry point.
- Salary: £25,949 annualised (paid pro rata for a 21-hour/week role)
- Night shifts (11pm–7am) attract an additional enhancement
- Development: Training for The Care Certificate, career progression, and a welcoming team culture
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The latest role updates and benefits include:
- Competitive pay and enhanced shift allowances
- Staff perks (see benefits hub)
- Pay increase pending—baseline roles on schedule
Responsibilities
(Full job criteria via the Person Specification). Enunciated key areas below.)
- Support older people with personal care, mobility, and companionship across homes and day centres.
- Safely assist up to **1,000 adults** daily, including those with **dementia**.
- Contribute to safeguarding vulnerable individuals—**radio communication training** included.
- Promote independence and joy in daily activities (care plans per person).
Critical: Requires adherence to dignity, confidentiality, and person-centred approach.
Requirements
- Evidence-based application: Complete the education/experience sections—prioritise details of care-related tasks, proactive problem-solving, or teamwork. (Unsubstantiated entries may disqualify you before interview.)
- Commitment to ** evenings+shift work** (21-hours/week).
- A criminal record check via DBS will be required if selected.
Note: Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 filtered by exceptions.
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Benefits
- Training covered: The Care Certificate pathways (regulatory essential).
- Wellness matters: Focus on Your Benefit (linked here)— incentives extend beyond pay.
- Participation in shaping organisational improvements: Opportinities await those who progress and lead changes.
How to Apply
*Day-to-day, contact Jill Maun (HR) at jill.maun@lancashire.gov.uk or 01995 603637 for shift clarity or informal chats.
- Deadline: Close early if sufficient applications.
General Info
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- Disclosure: We reserve edits to this ad/documents/hiring dates.
Lancashire County Council abides by equal opportunities; eligibility requirements qualify selection.
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