Night Care Assistant

We are looking for a Care Assistant who is dedicated to providing personalised support to our residents, always delivering care with empathy, respect and kindness at Dunkirk Memorial House.

This role offers 36 hours per week, with shifts between 19:45 and 07:45, Monday to Sunday. Salary between £13.81 - £14.01 per hour inclusive of Nights Allowance.

Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time.
 

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Assist with personal care and daily routines of residents
• Ensure residents' comfort and dignity at all times
• Support with mobility, nutrition, and medication as needed
• Create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment
• Maintain accurate care records
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals

You will have outstanding people skills, a friendly and positive attitude. We will provide the necessary support and training you need to thrive. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Employee benefits include:

• 22 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
• Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, subject to eligibility
• Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
• Flexible hours to suit your needs
• Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
• Free on-site parking
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Uniform provided at no cost
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands (remove for casuals)
• Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives

About our Dunkirk Memorial House

The Royal British Legion operates six care homes across the UK, committed to providing exceptional residential, nursing, and dementia care to veterans and their families. Located in the serene Somerset countryside, Dunkirk Memorial House offers a welcoming home with 86 en-suite bedrooms, a bar, library, chapel, and beautiful grounds featuring a rose garden. We are proud to offer expert care, including a specialized Dementia Mews providing compassionate support for up to 30 residents. At Dunkirk Memorial House, we prioritize creating a warm and supportive community where veterans feel valued and respected, honoured to serve those who have dedicated their lives to our nation.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.