Health Care Assistant - Overnight Service in Bristol inBristol PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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22:00–08:00 start lets you do school runs and maintain daytime family life — ideal for parents juggling childcare.
Part‑time 27 hours across three predictable night shifts — steady pattern makes childcare and appointments easier to plan.
Based at Keynsham or St Martins (BS31) with home and care‑home visits — commutable by car, handy for drivers.
Friendly, welcoming nursing team with hands‑on support from registered colleagues — strong mentoring and on‑the‑job learning.
Work for HCRG Care Group — an established, inclusive employer (Disability Confident) with development pathways in community care.
Salary band £24,486–£26,155 (check pro‑rata for 27hrs) — competitive pay for a part‑time overnight community role.
Make a real difference overnight as a Health Care Assistant with HCRG Care Group’s Overnight Service, based in Bristol (BS31) covering Keynsham Health Centre and the St Martins hospital site. This part‑time, permanent post is 27 hours across three shifts (typically 22:00–08:00), ideal for carers who need a role that fits around school runs and family life. You’ll work with a welcoming nursing team visiting people in their own homes and care homes, delivering routine care set out in agreed care plans and supporting registered practitioners to keep patients safe, comfortable and as independent as possible.
You’ll offer compassionate, patient‑centred care—promoting dignity, clear communication and involvement in decisions—while maintaining accurate records, following infection‑control procedures and providing practical support to junior staff. The role pays between £24,486 and £26,155 a year, requires a DBS check and comes from an inclusive employer that’s Disability Confident Committed. If you’re a caring, reliable practitioner who wants meaningful overnight work with real flexibility, click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert to proceed; you can also find this vacancy and more on jobsincare.com.
You’ll offer compassionate, patient‑centred care—promoting dignity, clear communication and involvement in decisions—while maintaining accurate records, following infection‑control procedures and providing practical support to junior staff. The role pays between £24,486 and £26,155 a year, requires a DBS check and comes from an inclusive employer that’s Disability Confident Committed. If you’re a caring, reliable practitioner who wants meaningful overnight work with real flexibility, click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert to proceed; you can also find this vacancy and more on jobsincare.com.
22:00–08:00 start lets you do school runs and maintain daytime family life — ideal for parents juggling childcare.
Part‑time 27 hours across three predictable night shifts — steady pattern makes childcare and appointments easier to plan.
Based at Keynsham or St Martins (BS31) with home and care‑home visits — commutable by car, handy for drivers.
Friendly, welcoming nursing team with hands‑on support from registered colleagues — strong mentoring and on‑the‑job learning.
Work for HCRG Care Group — an established, inclusive employer (Disability Confident) with development pathways in community care.
Salary band £24,486–£26,155 (check pro‑rata for 27hrs) — competitive pay for a part‑time overnight community role.
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22:00–08:00 start lets you do school runs and maintain daytime family life — ideal for parents juggling childcare.; Part‑time 27 hours across three predictable night shifts — steady pattern makes childcare and appointments easier to plan.; Based at Keynsham or St Martins (BS31) with home and care‑home visits — commutable by car, handy for drivers.; Friendly, welcoming nursing team with hands‑on support from registered colleagues — strong mentoring and on‑the‑job learning.; Work for HCRG Care Group — an established, inclusive employer (Disability Confident) with development pathways in community care.; Salary band £24,486–£26,155 (check pro‑rata for 27hrs) — competitive pay for a part‑time overnight community role.
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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