Care Assistant

Agincare; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider is looking for Home Care Assistants to support the local community in Eastbourne. The role requires a caring nature and good people skills, offering flexible working hours and both full-time and part-time opportunities. Comprehensive training is provided, and a driving license is necessary. Competitive pay rates include £13.15 per hour on weekdays and £14.15 on weekends. Join a diverse team dedicated to making a real difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Mileage reimbursement

Refer a friend scheme

Outstanding career development

Fully funded training

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• No experience necessary – comprehensive training provided free of charge.
• Driving license and use of own car required.
• Flexible working hours between 7am - 10pm.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to customers.
• Administer medication and assist with daily living tasks.
• Prepare meals and offer companionship.

Skills

Good people skills

Strong empathy

Caring nature

Positive team ethos

Passionate and motivated

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Whether you're an experienced care professional seeking a change or someone new to care looking for a fresh challenge away from hospitality or retail, we want to hear from you!

At Agincare, we are proud to offer meaningful roles that make a real impact on people's lives. Our Eastbourne branch, located on the vibrant South East Coast, is a busy and dynamic environment where the team works closely together to support the local community. Every day is different, and you’ll have the chance to be part of a supportive and inclusive team.

Our office, conveniently situated next to Eastbourne train station and shopping centre, is a lively hub of activity. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.

Come and join the Agincare family as a Home Care Assistant.

Where you'll be working

• Eastbourne
• Langney
• Hailsham
• Polegate
• Hampden Park
• Pevensey Bay
• East Dean

Care Quality Commission rating: https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-5644747961

As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy:

• £13.15 per hour Monday - Friday
• £14.15 per hour Saturday & Sunday
• Mileage - 32p per mile
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme

What is required from you?

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
• Driving license and use of own car is required for this role
• Flexible working hours between 7am - 10pm
• Full and part time hours available

A day in the life of a Home Care Assistant

As a Care Assistant, you will help support our customers in a variety of ways depending on their needs. This could include providing personal care, administering medication, light domestic duties, preparing meals and snacks, shopping and companionship.

About You

• No experience necessary – we provide comprehensive training, free of charge.
• Good people skills and the ability to show strong empathy, with a caring and compassionate nature.
• A positive & professional team working ethos.
• Aligned to our company values.
• You’re passionate and motivated and want to help in your community.

About Agincare

We’re a family run business that’s been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, we’re one of the UK’s largest care providers and are continuing to grow. We have over 100 locations across England, including care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.

Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.

*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions