Care Assistant - Nights in Derby inDerby PUBLISHED THU 30 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
Night shifts (21:00–07:00) free up daytime for school runs, appointments or family — ideal if you need daytime flexibility.
Weekly pay provides reliable cashflow for household bills and family budgeting.
Quality Service Recruitment can help with DBS and training — great if you're returning to work after a break.
Subsidised online mandatory training with certificates kept by you — affordable upskilling and career progression.
Weekend night rate £13.25/hr (Sat & Sun) boosts earnings for family-focused carers.
Immediate start and 'apply today, interview tomorrow' process — fast placement if you need work urgently.
Care Assistant - Nights Job details Posting date: 30 October 2025 Salary: £12.75 to £13.25 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 13 November 2025 Location: Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 1JL Company: Quality Service Recruitment Limited Job type: Contract Job reference: 175Apply for this job Summary If you are an experienced Care Assistant looking for Flexible work with weekly paid hours, then look no further! You will be working in a beautiful care home that cares for elderly residents living with a range of age-related illnesses including Dementia and Alzheimers. Your Duties include: - Following personal care plans - Maintaining health and safety standards and complying with requirements of the home - General housekeeping and domestic duties - Reporting condition updates and recording fluid intakes - Helping patients remain as independent as possible and catering to their likes and dislikes - Assisting with daily living activities including morning and night-time routines - Working alongside support workers and care works to provide a complex care package tailored to individual needs - Toileting/bed bathing and strip washing the service users We are looking for people who have a talent for quickly developing good relationships, display patience and understanding and put the quality of life of the residents at the forefront of their daily work! If you want to make a measurable difference in a person’s life, whilst growing your care experience – then APPLY TODAY AND INTERVIEW TOMORROW! To apply for this role you must; - Have two employment references, one of which must be from a care home setting - Hold in-date mandatory training certificates (inc. moving and handling, safeguarding vulnerable adults and infection control) - Hold an enhanced DBS certificate dated within the past 12 months or registered on the update service. - Have a range of experience in the use of Hoists, Slings and Rotundas - Have a minimum of 6 months paid UK work experience working within a residential care home. - Be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 If you do not have a valid DBS and/or training, do not worry as we can help you with this. We are happy to offer online training available at a subsidised fee and the certificates are yours to keep! This role offers immediate start, ongoing work opportunities. You will be working from 21:00 to 07:00 on days that suit you between Monday to Sunday. You will be paid: £12.75 per hour (Mon-Fri) £13.25 per hour (Sat and Sun)
Night shifts (21:00–07:00) free up daytime for school runs, appointments or family — ideal if you need daytime flexibility.
Weekly pay provides reliable cashflow for household bills and family budgeting.
Quality Service Recruitment can help with DBS and training — great if you're returning to work after a break.
Subsidised online mandatory training with certificates kept by you — affordable upskilling and career progression.
Weekend night rate £13.25/hr (Sat & Sun) boosts earnings for family-focused carers.
Immediate start and 'apply today, interview tomorrow' process — fast placement if you need work urgently.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Benefits
Night shifts (21:00–07:00) free up daytime for school runs, appointments or family — ideal if you need daytime flexibility.; Weekly pay provides reliable cashflow for household bills and family budgeting.; Quality Service Recruitment can help with DBS and training — great if you're returning to work after a break.; Subsidised online mandatory training with certificates kept by you — affordable upskilling and career progression.; Weekend night rate £13.25/hr (Sat & Sun) boosts earnings for family-focused carers.; Immediate start and 'apply today, interview tomorrow' process — fast placement if you need work urgently.
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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