Night Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.5 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Exceeds National Minimum Wage |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 April 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, PL2 |
| Company: | Acuity Care Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | acuity/JA-C/56026/1595 |
Summary
Night Healthcare Assistant
Pay rate: £14.50 per hour- Weekly or Monthly Pay Available!
Shift pattern: 20.00-08.00
Hours: 36 hours
We are looking for caring, reliable and confident Night Healthcare Assistant to join a small team supporting an individual who lives at home with their family in Plymouth. This person hasMotor Neurone Disease (MND), Complex Clinical Needs- tracheostomy and ventilation care, PEG — and they rely on a consistent team who truly understand them.
This role is focused on providing support in his day-to-day life, helping him maintain a sense of independence while ensuring they can continue to care for their children and engage in family life.As part of this, the support extends outside the home engaging in fun family activities such as soft play, parks and visiting the cinema.
What you’ll be doing
As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll play an important role in helping this individual live safely, comfortably, and in a way that reflects their preferences. Your day might include:
- Providing high‑quality support on a 2:1 basis
- Creating opportunities for meaningful activities at home and in the community
- Encouraging social interaction and promoting emotional wellbeing
- Supporting communication in the way that works best for them
- Helping with routine household tasks to maintain a calm, organised environment
This is a role where your presence genuinely makes a difference every day.
What you’ll bring
We’re looking for people who already have experience in:
- Complex Care
- Tracheostomy care
- Ventilation care
- PEG feeding
Just as important is your ability to stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and build positive, trusting relationships.
Who we are
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.
What happens next?
If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply by sending us your CV through the job link.
If you meet the requirements, one of our Specialist Recruitment Partners will be in touch to arrange an interview.
acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
What we offer
- Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
- Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
- Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
- Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
- acuity academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development
- Career progression within the organisation
- Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500