Care Assistant

Confidential; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Assistant role in East Sussex is being recruited to support elderly residents across care homes. The position offers flexible 8 or 12-hour shifts within a zero-hour agency arrangement, with workdays, nights and weekends.

You will help residents with daily routines, mobility, meals, and personal care, under training and in line with care plans. We value compassion, reliability and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in elderly care is desirable.
• A caring, patient and compassionate attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Relevant care qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.
• Supporting residents with mobility and moving and handling.
• Assisting with meals, feeding and hydration where required.
• Supporting residents with medication in line with training and care plans.
• Offering companionship and emotional support.
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and reporting any concerns.
• Maintaining accurate care records and following individual care plans.
• Ensuring a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents.
• Supporting residents living with dementia and other age-related conditions.

Skills

Elderly care

Compassionate

Good communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Confidentiality

Flexible shifts

Job description

Care Assistant

Location: East Sussex

Shifts: Flexible 8 or 12-hour shifts

Contract: Zero-hour agency

(Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship)

Shifts: Days / Nights / Weekends

About the Role

We are currently recruiting compassionate and dedicated Elderly Care Assistants to support older people across care homes in East Sussex.

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive difference in the lives of elderly residents.

You will play an important role in supporting residents with their daily routines, promoting independence, dignity and overall wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.
• Supporting residents with mobility and moving and handling.
• Assisting with meals, feeding and hydration where required.
• Supporting residents with medication in line with training and care plans.
• Offering companionship and emotional support.
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and reporting any concerns.
• Maintaining accurate care records and following individual care plans.
• Ensuring a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents.
• Supporting residents living with dementia and other age-related conditions.

Requirements

• Previous experience in elderly care is desirable.
• A caring, patient and compassionate attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Relevant care qualifications are desirable but not essential.