Care Practitioner (Nights). Dalton Court Care Home
| Posting date: | 25 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.78 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | Cockermouth, Cumbria |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sandstone Care Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Care Practitioner (Nights). Dalton Court Care Home
Hourly rate: **£13.78 per hour
Shift pattern: 3 nights per week, 8pm – 8am
Contracted hours: 33 per week
Please note we are currently unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this vacancy
Nestled in the charming town of Cockermouth and with stunning views of the Lake District fells, 60-bedded Dalton Court offers high-quality, specialist Nursing and Dementia care in a peaceful and picturesque setting. We’re proud to also offer palliative and end-of-life care, along with flexible respite stays, tailored to support individuals and families when they need it most.
Are you a night owl? Working nights at Dalton Court offers the opportunity to make a real difference during the quieter hours. Dalton Court has been carefully designed to feel like home – warm, welcoming, and inclusive. We are looking for caring, compassionate Night Care Practitioners who will support our residents and contribute to the overall smooth-running of the home during the night.
As a Night Care Practitioner at our home, your role may involve:
Completing required training to deliver excellent care
Assisting residents with personal care and hygiene
Providing reassurance and companionship to residents, especially those who may need additional support during the night
Monitoring and responding to residents' needs, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the night
Undertaking light domestic tasks in collaboration with the Housekeeping team to maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the home
Collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth evening and morning handovers
What are we looking for?
A warm, compassionate approach and positive attitude
A genuine interest in Health and Social Care – ideally with a minimum of 1-2 years’ prior experience in the sector
Flexibility to work shifts patterns across the whole week, including some weekend working
Hourly rate: **£13.78 per hour
Shift pattern: 3 nights per week, 8pm – 8am
Contracted hours: 33 per week
Please note we are currently unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this vacancy
Nestled in the charming town of Cockermouth and with stunning views of the Lake District fells, 60-bedded Dalton Court offers high-quality, specialist Nursing and Dementia care in a peaceful and picturesque setting. We’re proud to also offer palliative and end-of-life care, along with flexible respite stays, tailored to support individuals and families when they need it most.
Are you a night owl? Working nights at Dalton Court offers the opportunity to make a real difference during the quieter hours. Dalton Court has been carefully designed to feel like home – warm, welcoming, and inclusive. We are looking for caring, compassionate Night Care Practitioners who will support our residents and contribute to the overall smooth-running of the home during the night.
As a Night Care Practitioner at our home, your role may involve:
Completing required training to deliver excellent care
Assisting residents with personal care and hygiene
Providing reassurance and companionship to residents, especially those who may need additional support during the night
Monitoring and responding to residents' needs, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the night
Undertaking light domestic tasks in collaboration with the Housekeeping team to maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the home
Collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth evening and morning handovers
What are we looking for?
A warm, compassionate approach and positive attitude
A genuine interest in Health and Social Care – ideally with a minimum of 1-2 years’ prior experience in the sector
Flexibility to work shifts patterns across the whole week, including some weekend working