About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable female Care & Support Worker to join our Retirement Living Service, supporting tenants overnight within a safe, welcoming, and community-focused environment.
This role involves providing person-centred care and support to older people, helping maintain their wellbeing, dignity, independence, and comfort throughout the night.
Duties include responding to call bells, carrying out welfare checks, administering medication, supporting with personal care, and maintaining accurate records.
The postholder will contribute to creating a calm and reassuring environment for tenants while working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure high standards of care and support.
This is a 30-hour per week role working on a two-week rolling rota including overnight shifts.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a caring and professional female Care & Support Worker to provide overnight support to tenants within our Retirement Living Service.
Working night shifts from 9pm to 7am on a rotating two-week pattern, you will support tenants with personal care, medication administration, welfare checks, emotional reassurance, and responding to emergencies or call bells.
The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a calm and compassionate approach to supporting older people overnight.
Experience working within care settings is essential.
Due to the nature of personal care provided, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the postholder to be female in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1.
About us
Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Our Retirement Living Service supports older people to live independently within safe, supportive, and community-focused environments across Pears Court, Wohl Court, and Selig Court.
We provide person-centred care and support that promotes dignity, wellbeing, independence, and social connection while respecting Jewish culture and values.
Our teams work collaboratively to create welcoming and inclusive communities where tenants feel supported and valued.
Guided by compassion, respect, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering high-quality services that make a positive difference to peoples lives every day.
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 Night 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 post is working 30 hrs per week position with the following shift pattern:
Week 1: working on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 PM-7 AM Week 2: working on Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9 PM-7 AM There is a genuine occupational reason under the sex discrimination act 1974 that the post holder must be female.
The role involves supporting our tenants (males and females) throughout the night, ensuring their safety, comfort, dignity, and wellbeing. Duties may include personal care, administering medication, responding to call bells, carrying out welfare checks, maintaining accurate records, and helping create a calm and reassuring environment overnight.
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.
Person Specification
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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
Golders Green
NW11 9DQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)