Care Assistant Zero Hours (nights) | Elderly Care | Petersfield, Hampshire

Care Assistant Zero Hours (nights) – Dementia Care

Location: Stroud House, Petersfield
Pay: £13.70 per hour + weekend enhancements
Hours: Zero-hours contract (nights)
Contract: Fixed Term with a view to becoming permanent
Closing Date: 28th September 2026

Make a Difference Through the Night

Are you an experienced Care Assistant looking for a rewarding role where your skills, compassion and experience can make a genuine difference?

SDR is looking for a dedicated Care Assistants to join our friendly team at Stroud House Residential Care Home in Petersfield. This is an opportunity to work as part of a supportive night team, providing high-quality, person-centred care to older individuals, including residents living with dementia and complex needs.

Whether you're looking for additional hours alongside another role, greater flexibility, or simply enjoy working nights, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Care Assistant (nights), you will play an important role in ensuring our residents are safe, comfortable and well supported throughout the night.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing personal care and support with daily living.


• Supporting residents throughout the night with their individual needs.


• Providing companionship and emotional support.


• Supporting residents' mobility, wellbeing and independence.


• Caring for residents living with dementia and complex needs.


• Following individual care plans and respecting personal choices.


• Completing accurate care records and reporting any concerns appropriately.


• Responding calmly and appropriately to residents' needs during the night.


• Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide safe and high-quality care.


• Helping to maintain a calm, comfortable and welcoming environment throughout the night.

About Stroud House

Stroud House is a specialist 25-bed residential care home in Petersfield, providing a warm and homely environment for older people, including those living with complex dementia.

Our team is committed to providing person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice, independence and wellbeing.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working as a Care Assistant within a care home, residential or healthcare setting.


• Has experience providing care during night shifts or is comfortable working nights.


• Has a genuine passion for supporting older people.


• Is compassionate, patient and respectful.


• Understands the importance of dignity, choice and independence.


• Is reliable and committed to delivering excellent care.


• Can work calmly and confidently during the night.


• Works well as part of a team.


• Is flexible and able to work on a zero-hours basis.

Experience supporting Individuals living with dementia would be highly desirable.

What We Offer

We value our colleagues and provide:

• £13.70 per hour + weekend enhancements.


• Flexible working through a zero hours contract.


• Paid holiday entitlement (pro rata, including Bank Holidays).


• Full training and ongoing development opportunities.


• Structured induction and onboarding support.


• A supportive management team.


• Pension scheme (subject to eligibility).


• Employee Referral Bonus Scheme (£200 upon joining and £300 after one year's service, subject to terms and conditions).

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by our values: Kindness | Dignity & Respect | Calmness | Creativity | Responsibility

These values shape how we care for our residents and how we support each other as a team.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Care Assistant looking for a flexible night role where you can make a genuine difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Email: [email protected] or Telephone: 07484 482896

Important Information

This Care Assistant role is female-only due to a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. 

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK.

An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are appointed.