Bank Care Assistant

Crystal Care; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full induction training programme

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card (fully funded)

Enhanced DBS check (fully funded)

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Uniform tunic provided

Pay Day Breakfast

Free meal on shift

Ongoing learning and career developm…

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection in Eastbourne is seeking Bank Care Assistants to provide compassionate, person-centred support to residents, helping them maintain independence with dignity. You will assist with personal care, meals and activities, building meaningful relationships and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment.

Shifts include days, evenings, and nights with generous training and DBS checks funded by the employer.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and genuinely enjoys helping others.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, positive and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Calm and professional under pressure.
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care tailored to each resident's needs.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration while promoting dignity.
• Build relationships, provide companionship and emotional support.
• Encourage participation in activities and hobbies to enhance wellbeing.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and report concerns; maintain care records.
• Respect and maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Support residents to attend appointments and outings.
• Help with light housekeeping and bedroom preparation.
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, caring home environment.
• Follow Health & Safety, COSHH and infection prevention guidelines.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Resilience

Job description

Bank Care Assistant

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Make Every Day Matter

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely make a difference to people's lives?

At Crystal Care Collection, we're committed to creating luxury homes where residents receive exceptional care and our team members feel valued, supported and proud of the work they do.

We're looking for caring, compassionate and dedicated Bank Care Assistants to join our team and help our residents live with dignity, independence and happiness every day.

About the Role

As a Care Assistant, you'll provide high-quality physical, emotional and social support to our residents, helping them maintain their independence while ensuring they feel safe, respected and valued.

From assisting with personal care and meals to encouraging meaningful activities and companionship, you'll play an essential role in making every day special for the people who call our home their own.

No two days are the same, but every day is an opportunity to make a positive difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care tailored to each resident's individual needs.
• Support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration while promoting dignity and independence.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents, providing companionship and emotional support.
• Encourage and assist residents to participate in activities and hobbies that enhance their wellbeing.
• Monitor residents' physical and mental wellbeing, promptly reporting any concerns and maintaining accurate care records.
• Respect and maintain confidentiality of all resident information at all times.
• Support residents to attend appointments and outings where required.
• Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment, including light housekeeping duties and assisting with bedroom preparation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive, supportive and caring atmosphere throughout the home.
• Comply with Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention & Control and all relevant health and social care legislation.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed by the General Manager.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is kind, compassionate and genuinely enjoys helping others.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is reliable, positive and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Can remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Is committed to delivering outstanding care and treating every resident with dignity and respect.
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Available Shifts

Earlies: 7:00am – 2:30pm (Average 26.25 hours per week)

Evenings: 2:30pm – 10:00pm (Average 26.25 hours per week)

Days: 8:00am – 8:00pm (Average 42 hours per week)

Nights: 8:00pm – 8:00am (Average 42 hours per week)

Bank Contract

Pay Rates

Days: £13.79 per hour

Nights: £14.31 per hour

What We Offer

• Full induction training programme
• Paid breaks
• Fully funded Blue Light Card
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Uniform tunic provided
• Pay Day Breakfast
• Free meal on shift
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
• A supportive team environment where you can thrive

Join Our Team

If you're friendly, caring and passionate about making a real difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.

We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Our screening and recruitment process is conducted in line with Crystal Care Collection's Safeguarding Policy.