About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a Night Care and Support Worker to join our Retirement Living service, supporting tenants to live independently within a safe and connected community.
This is a unique care role focused on enabling individuals to remain in their own homes while receiving the support they need.
Working night shifts from 9:00pm to 7:00am, you will provide practical and emotional support, promote wellbeing, and help tenants maintain independence, dignity, and choice.
The role is based on an average of 37.5 hours per week across a two-week rolling rota.
You will build meaningful relationships, support care planning, and work collaboratively with health and social care professionals.
This post has a genuine occupational requirement for a female worker in line with the Sex Discrimination Act 1974.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a compassionate Night Care and Support Worker to support tenants within a retirement living environment.
You will provide personal care, promote independence, and build strong relationships while supporting wellbeing and community engagement.
This role focuses on helping individuals live independently in their own homes rather than in a traditional care home setting. Ideal candidates will be caring, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
This is a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference every night.
About us
Jewish Care is the largest provider of health and social care services for the Jewish community in the UK. Every week, we touch the lives of 10,000 people. We provide services to a range of people including older people, people with mental health needs and people living with dementia.
Our five values are at the heart of the way we work. They drive how we act as individuals and as an organisation and shape our culture. We value Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusivity.
Job description Job responsibilities
At Jewish Care, we support people to live independently, with dignity and connection at the heart of everything we do. Our Retirement Living services offer a vibrant, supportive community where tenants can enjoy their independence, knowing care and support are there when needed.
About the role This isnt a typical care role.
As a Care & Support Worker, youll support tenants living in their own flatshelping them stay independent, connected, and in control of their lives. From practical support to companionship, youll build meaningful relationships and play a key role in creating a strong community.
This role is based on an average of 37.5 hours per week, worked across a two-week rolling rota. Night shifts run from 9:00pm to 7:00am.
The shift pattern is as follows:
Week 1: Saturday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
There is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Sex Discrimination Act 1974, for the postholder to be female.
What youll be doing Supporting tenants with personal care and daily living Promoting independence, choice, and dignity Building trusted relationships with tenants and their families Supporting wellbeing through social activities and community engagement Working with health and social care professionals to provide joined-up support Keeping accurate records and using care planning systems What were looking for Caring, compassionate, and respectful A great communicator who enjoys building relationships Reliable, organised, and able to work independently and as part of a team Comfortable supporting people with different needs, including dementia Willing to learn and develop Experience in care is helpful but not essentialwe provide full training.
What makes this role different Youll support people in their own homes, not a care home setting A strong focus on independence and choice A real sense of community and connection Opportunities to build long-term, meaningful relationships What youll get in return Full training and ongoing development A supportive, friendly team Opportunities to progress within health and social care A role where you can make a genuine difference every day Why this role matters For many of our tenants, youre the person who helps them stay independent, feel safe, and remain connected to their community. Your support helps them continue living life on their terms.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Jewish Care
Address
Stanmore
HA3 7FT
Employer's website https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)