Career opportunities Care Assistant - Night

Team: CAS - Linsell House - LD

Job Family: Supporting - CBG4

Salary: 24796 - 25185 per annum pro rota (plus weekend and night enhancements)

Hours: 2 x 37 hours and 1 x 21 hours per week

Location: Linsell House Ridgeway Avenue Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 4QJ

Contract Type: Fixed - Permanent

Closing Date: 3rd September 2025

Interview Date: w/c 8th September 2025

About the role:

Linsell House is a care home situated in Dunstable that offers both residential and respite care as well as support to adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). We currently have a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our aim is to support those who use the service to reach their full potential. We do this by promoting independence supporting the individuals to make their own choices and to live their best life and find their greatness. As a Night Care Assistant we will also aim for you to find your greatness from a career perspective.

Within the role as a Night Care Assistant you will promote the physical emotional and psychological needs of those who live and stay at Linsell House and make sure they are met through the provision of a supportive and caring environment. This will include offering support in all areas of personal care including developing and maintaining daily life skills and interactions which is equally important during the night.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to someones life whilst developing your career in an organisation that can offer support training and progression as a Night Care Assistant.

Who are we looking for

We are looking to speak to enthusiastic reliable and flexible people with excellent communications skills and a passion for caring for people with disabilities. NVQ Levels 2 & 3 in Health and Social Care would be great but we would love to hear from you if you have a genuine interest in the role and are willing to work towards the qualification.

We provide ongoing training opportunities for our team members to ensure that the successful candidate feels confident and competent to work with our homes offer care 24/7 so you will be a dedicated member of our night team which will include weekends and work on a rota basis.

To join us you must have experience in working with people with disabilities in a relevant setting. Youll understand people with disabilities and how to meet their needs and provide them with great opportunities. With experience in a caring role youll be a positive practical person. You will be adaptable flexible and people-focused with the ability to build professional relationships. You will need to be able to write reports and use your initiative and think on your feet.

Desirable Criteria (but not essential)

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (England) qualified or working towards.

Good communication and listening skills.

Demonstrates a supportive and caring nature.

Excellent organisational skills.

Recognises cultural diversity.

Good team player.

Track record of showing initiative and sharing ideas.

Experienced in being positive and consistent.

Accurate record keeper.

Sound knowledge of disability.

Takes accountability for own training and continual professional development.

Ability to work within a 24/7 operation.

Good I.T skills.

Bring your skills to our team and youll enjoy our benefits package plus the support to achieve a relevant qualification continual training and professional development. Youll get the chance to find your greatness by giving people a brighter future.

Our Offer

We have a number of rewards and benefits available to our staff to view these please visit our Rewards and Benefits page

You will be expected to demonstrate how you meet the key accountabilities and competencies in this Recruitment Pack.

Our Competency Framework and Qualification Guidance are to be read in conjunction with our Recruitment Pack.

For an informal discussion about this position please contact the Management Team on 0: James McElhinney Home Manager at Charlotte Bond at or Kerry Harding at

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