Care Assistant

Crystal Care; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full induction training programme

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card

Enhanced DBS check

Refer a Friend bonus

Uniform tunic provided

Pay Day Breakfast

Free meal on shift

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection is seeking caring Care Assistants to support residents in a luxury home setting. You’ll provide physical, emotional and social support, helping residents maintain independence with dignity and respect.

Join a team that values and supports its staff, with ongoing training, DBS checks, and a focus on compassionate, community‑minded care. Bank and part‑time contracts available as part of a rolling rota.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy are required.
• Ability to work as part of a team to deliver high‑quality care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care tailored to residents.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration while promoting dignity.
• Build meaningful relationships and provide companionship and emotional support.
• Encourage participation in activities and hobbies to support wellbeing.
• Monitor wellbeing and report concerns; maintain accurate care records.
• Respect confidentiality of all resident information at all times.
• Assist residents to appointments and outings when required.
• Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment, including light housekeeping.

Skills

Kind & compassionate

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Calm under pressure

Job description

Care Assistant

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 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

• 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.

Working Pattern

You will work on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on followed by three consecutive shifts off.

Available Contracts

• Part Time Earlies: 7:00am – 2:30pm (Average 26.25 hours per week)
• Part Time Evenings: 2:30pm – 10:00pm (Average 26.25 hours per week)
• Full Time Days: 8:00am – 8:00pm (Average 42 hours per week)

Bank Contracts Available

Bank Contracts Available

Pay Rates

£13.79 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

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.