Care Assistant | Nights

Care Assistant (Darlington | Full Time Nights | £12.25/hr)

Location: Willow Green Care Home, Eastbourne Road, Darlington.

Job Overview: Provide care and support to residents in the latter stages of life. Deliver bright care, create fantastic memories, build lasting relationships. Support a busy care home with flexible hours, alternate weekends, and real impact.

• Role-specific Duties:
  • Ensure residents are at the heart of care delivery, respecting wishes and preferences.
  • Contribute to efficient operation of the service.
  • Support residents to maintain relationships and community connections.
  • Follow care plans and other supporting information.
  • Inform the Senior Care Assistant/Nurse of any changes in a resident’s needs.
  • Promote and safeguard welfare of those supported.
• Working With Others:
  • Develop effective working relationships with colleagues.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for residents.
  • Maintain and develop relationships with residents’ loved ones.
• Leading by Example:
  • Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Act as a role model and ambassador for the service.
  • Be professional, polite, and reasonable at all times.
• Personal & Professional Development:
  • Have knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards.
  • Understand the regulatory framework, including CQC requirements.
  • Commit to achieving relevant qualifications commensurate with the role.
  • Attend statutory and other training as directed by management.
  • Follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role.
  • Embrace learning opportunities.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: Good English (written and verbal).
• Skills:
  • Proficient written skills to maintain care plans and records in line with policy.
  • Communication skills to build rapport with residents and inform colleagues.
  • Problem‑solving skills to adapt rapidly, recognise/report protection situations.
  • Ability to assist residents with daily tasks following their care plan (bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Previous
  
  Experience:
  
  Previous experience is not required.
• Values-based Personal Qualities:
  • Working Together:
    Involve residents, families, external agencies, colleagues.
  • Respect & Dignity:
    Promote person‑centred care and independence.
  • Everybody Counts:
    Ensure no discrimination, enable individuals to voice concerns.
  • Commitment to Quality of Care:
    Strive for quality, embrace feedback, continuous learning.
  • Compassion:
    Show kindness, empathy, understanding.
  • Improving Lives:
    Share ideas, focus on wellbeing, improve outcomes for residents.

Contract Type: Full-time

Salary: £12.25 per hour

Closing Date: Monday 12th January 2026