Care Assistant

Caremark UK Ltd; Hastings; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Uniforms & PPE

Access to our unique communication app

Paid mileage

petrol allowance

Job summary

Caremark Bexhill, Hastings and Rother is seeking a Care Assistant in Bexhill, Hastings and Rother to join our friendly local team. No previous care experience is required as we provide full training and ongoing support from day one.

As a Care Assistant you will support customers with daily tasks, companionship, personal care, and routines that help them stay independent at home. We value kindness, respect and person-centred care, and you will work with a supportive local team.

Qualifications

• A passion for helping people.
• A kind and friendly nature.
• A positive and supportive attitude.
• A reliable approach to work.
• Flexibility to support customers at different times.
• Respect for people’s dignity, choices and independence.
• Willingness to go the extra mile.
• Driving Licence and access to your own car.

Responsibilities

• Preparing meals and drinks.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Helping with personal care.
• Supporting customers with medication.
• Assisting with food shopping and errands.
• Helping with light household tasks.
• Supporting customers with pets.
• Encouraging independence at home.
• Helping customers follow daily routines.
• Keeping clear and accurate care records.
• Communicating with team members and office staff.
• Delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care.

Skills

Passion for helping people

Kind and friendly

Positive and supportive

Reliable work ethic

Flexibility

Respect for dignity

Willingness to go the extra mile

DrivingLicence and own car

Job description

Location: The Rother Area
Salary: £14 per hour
Hours: Flexible working pattern

Are you looking for a new career where you can make a real difference every day? Caremark Bexhill, Hastings and Rother is looking for a Care Assistant in Bexhill, Hastings and Rother to join our friendly and supportive local team.

This role is a great opportunity for someone who is caring, patient, reliable, and ready to help others live safely and comfortably at home. You do not need previous care experience, as we provide full training and ongoing support from day one.

As a Care Assistant in Bexhill, Hastings and Rother, you will support customers with daily tasks, companionship, personal care, and routines that help them stay independent. Every customer is different, so every day brings a new chance to make someone feel valued, respected, and cared for.

About the Role

As a Care Assistant, you will support customers with daily living tasks, companionship, and personal care. You will work as part of a local team that values kindness, respect, and safe care.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Care Assistant

• Preparing meals and drinks
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Helping with personal care
• Supporting customers with medication
• Assisting with food shopping and errands
• Helping with light household tasks
• Supporting customers with pets
• Encouraging independence at home
• Helping customers follow daily routines
• Keeping clear and accurate care records
• Communicating with team members and office staff
• Delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care

No previous experience in care is necessary; we provide comprehensive training.

We Are Looking for Someone Who Has

• A passion for helping people
• A kind and friendly nature
• A positive and supportive attitude
• A reliable approach to work
• Flexibility to support customers at different times
• Respect for people’s dignity, choices, and independence
• A willingness to go the extra mile
• Driving Licence and access to your own car (required)

Benefits for Our Care Assistants

• Salary: £14 per hour
• Guaranteed part‑time and full‑time hours
• Up to 20 days of paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Petrol allowance: £0.45 per mile (access to your own car is essential)
• Regular customers
• Outstanding training and career development opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme: Insert Amount
• Carer of the month awards
• Ongoing support from a friendly local team
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs
• Free specialist in‑house training
• Generous Refer a Friend scheme

Additional Perks

• Free Uniforms & PPE
• Access to our unique communication app
• Paid mileage

About Caremark Bexhill, Hastings and Rother

Caremark is a trusted home care provider with many years of experience supporting people in local communities. At Caremark Bexhill, Hastings and Rother, we provide care that helps people stay safe, comfortable, and independent at home.

Our customers may come to us through local authorities, NHS contracts, or private care arrangements. However care begins, our aim is always the same: to improve lives through kind, professional, and person‑centred support.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome people from different backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Start a career where your care, time, and kindness can make a real difference. Apply today to become a Care Assistant with Caremark Bexhill, Hastings and Rother.