Care Assistant

Avon Search; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time day shifts

Paid breaks

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and friendly team

Job summary

Avon Search invites applications for a Care Assistant at a luxury retirement home in Eastbourne. The role is full-time daytime hours with a focus on compassionate, person-centred care for residents, including those living with dementia.

The home offers a welcoming environment and values dignity and independence. Responsibilities include daily living assistance, mobility support, accurate care documentation, and ensuring a calm, respectful atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care home or similar setting.
• Experience supporting individuals living with dementia – desirable.
• Compassionate and person-centred approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
• Assist residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support mobility and independence of residents.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Promote dignity, choice and independence for residents.
• Create a safe, calm and positive environment.
• Encourage social interaction and resident engagement.

Skills

Care experience

Compassionate

Communication skills

Team-focused

Job description

Care Assistant – Full Time Days – Luxury Retirement Home – AV2043A

Location: Eastbourne
Pay Rate: £13.71 per hour
Hours: Full Time – Days

About the Home

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a caring and compassionate Care Assistant to join a warm, welcoming, and supportive residential care home in Eastbourne.

This beautifully presented home provides high-quality, person-centred care for older people living with dementia, offering both long-term and respite care within a comfortable and homely environment.

With accommodation for up to 20 residents, the home offers a personalised approach to care within a charming converted property. Residents can enjoy comfortable communal spaces, a peaceful garden, and the opportunity to personalise their bedrooms with their own furniture and belongings.

The home is conveniently located close to local amenities and transport links, making it easily accessible while retaining a strong community feel.

The dedicated care team places dignity, respect, independence, and wellbeing at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting residents with their day-to-day needs and ensuring they receive the highest standard of compassionate, person-centred care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care to residents
• Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities
• Assisting residents with mobility and maintaining their independence
• Supporting residents with their individual routines and preferences
• Administering medication where trained and authorised to do so
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
• Promoting residents’ dignity, choice, and independence
• Creating a safe, calm, and positive environment
• Encouraging social interaction and resident engagement
• Supporting residents’ emotional wellbeing and quality of life
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure consistently high standards of care

About You

The successful candidate will be a caring, reliable, and compassionate individual who genuinely enjoys supporting older people.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within a care home or similar setting
• Experience supporting individuals living with dementia – desirable
• A compassionate and person-centred approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A reliable, proactive, and team-focused attitude
• A genuine passion for providing outstanding care

Whether you are an experienced Care Assistant or looking to develop your career within a supportive care environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and caring team.

Benefits & Perks

• Full-time day shifts
• Paid breaks
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to develop your career within a respected care service
• A rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents