Night Care Assistant Melton Short Break Female applicants only.

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

WorkLocation:Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services Victor Avenue Melton Mowbray LE13 0GG

Salary: Grade 5 25191 - 25590 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) (13.05 - 13.25 per hour)(Pay aware pending) plus an enhancement for working nights

WorkingHours:1 x20 hoursper week (Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays between the hours of 21.00 and 7.00)

ContractType:Permanent

Closing Date: 12^th May 2026

Interview Date(s): 20^th May 2026

Please note: This role is open to FEMALE Applicants only.

This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for new visa sponsorship applications therefore you must already have the right to work in the UK in order to apply.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct difference to peoples lives Our friendly team at Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services are looking for 1 Night care assistant (1 x 20-hour post) on a permanent basis to join our team. Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services is a purpose-built short break centre alongside 5 supported living bungalows providing respite and supported living care for adults with learning disability Autism Physical disabilities and Sensory impairments. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work as part of our team to provide person centred care.

In return you will have the opportunity to develop and progress within a large public sector organisation with opportunities to thrive in a modern and flexible working environment have access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme along with a generous annual leave entitlement.

About the Role

We are looking for people who can help us to deliver high quality care and support to adults with learning differences (disability) in our Supported Living Service.

You willdeliver night care providing assistance with personal care promoting choice and control alongside maximising independence.

You dont need to have any previous formal experience in care we are interested in people who share our values to join our committed team and celebrate individuality.

We will provide the training needed (in worktime) and have a team behind you to mentor coach and support your journey.

You will work in accordance with Leicestershire County Councils Employee Code of Conduct Skills for Care Code of Conduct for Adult Social Care Workers.

We will meet the training costs and the DBS enhanced check (Adults Barred List) for a regulated activity required for this post.

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About You

To apply for this postyou must be able to meet all of the following:

• Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality care and support which maximises independence and adheres to relevant regulations and procedures (such as Adult Safeguarding and Valuing People Now).
• The ability to use available equipment to assist with moving and handling service users and to support people with complex needs. Willing to train to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (training provided) and to train in Moving and Handling and other mandatory courses
• Effective communication skills including the ability to engage with service users who may use alternative communication methods (e.g. Makaton picture boards signs).
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team responding effectively to crisis situations.
• IT and written skills sufficient to write and maintain clear concise records.
• Be responsive to meet the changing needs of a 24/7 service including being able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays and be willing to attend meetings or training outside of normal working hours.

In addition we also expect you to shareour commitment to our valuesand to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a are aDisability Confident Employer.

Interested in Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working which may include part time working job sharing term-time working flexible start and finish times and hybrid working depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussion please contact:

Name: Sharon Duffus

Telephone:

Email:

How to Apply

At Leicestershire County Council were looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are wherever youre from and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation not just whats on your CV. Thats why weve designed a recruitment process thats fair accessible and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire wed love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application ensuring that you upload your CV and a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the About You section above. Without this information we wont be able to assess your suitability for the role and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement see theHow to Applysection on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

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