Night Shift Carer

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Night Shift Carer to join our team. You will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort, dignity, and wellbeing of our residents throughout the night.

This is a fully paid 12-hour shift, meaning you are paid for your entire shift with no unpaid break deductions.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents during night hours

Assist residents with personal care, including toileting, dressing, and mobility

Carry out regular checks to ensure residents' safety and wellbeing

Respond promptly to call bells and emergencies

Support residents who may be awake, anxious, or unwell during the night

Maintain accurate care records and handover information to day staff

Ensure the home remains clean, safe, and secure overnight

Promote dignity, respect, and independence at all times

A caring, compassionate, and patient nature

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good communication and observation skills

Previous care experience preferred (but not essential - training can be provided)

Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility

Essential Requirements

Full-time availability for night shifts

Ability to travel to a rural location

Own transport is essential (no bus route available)

Abbey House is a small, friendly 15-bed residential care home set in a peaceful and picturesque rural location. Surrounded by beautiful Scottish countryside and hills, we provide high-quality, person-centred care in a warm and homely environment.

Due to our rural setting (approximately 1 mile outside Kirriemuir), there is no public transport available, so own transport is essential.

Hours: Full-time, 12-hour night shifts (fully paid, no unpaid breaks)