Care Assistant

Home Instead Eastbourne and Hailsham; Polegate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading home care provider as a Care Assistant, delivering personalized care and support that allows clients to maintain their independence. With no experience necessary and full training provided, this role is ideal for someone with a caring nature looking to make a difference in others' lives.

Benefits

Paid Training

Travel and waiting time pay

Mileage pay

Employee assistance programme

Discounts in shops and restaurants

FREE DBS check

Pension Scheme

Varying contracts

Qualifications

• Live in specified postcodes.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Passion for caring and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with daily living tasks and personal care.
• Encourage physical activity and accompany clients to appointments.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Reliable

Ability to work independently

Job description

Home Instead Eastbourne and Hailsham are a well established home care provider and have been rated as OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission. We deliver personalised, relationship-led support that helps individuals maintain their independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes. Our Care Assistants are at the heart of everything we do.

• Minimum one-hour visits- giving you time as a Care Assistant to build genuine connections with clients
• Continuity of care- as our Care Assistant, you'll work with the same clients regularly, building meaningful relationships
• Personalised matching- we pair each Care Assistant with clients based on your unique skills, interests, and personality
  
  

To Be Eligible For An Interview, You Must

• Live in the postcodes of:BN20, BN21, BN22, BN23, BN24, BN26, BN27, TN21 0
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Access to reliable means of transportation to travel between clients is essential
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle ispreferredbut not essential
• Have a genuine passion for caring for others
• Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English
• A warm, empathetic nature - essential for any Care Assistant
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
• Ability to work independently and follow care plans
  
  

Your Role

• Provide companionshipby engaging in meaningful conversations and offering emotional support.
• Assist with daily livingtasks like meal preparation, light housekeeping, and running errands.
• Deliver personal carewith compassion, dignity, and respect, ensuring our clients feel their best.
• Encourage physical activityand exercises to promote wellbeing and independence.
• Accompany clientsto appointments or social events, providing transport and support as needed.
  
  

What are the benefits of working for us?

• £12.90 £15.00 per hour- enhanced pay on bank holidays
• Paid Training
• Travel and waiting time pay
• Mileage pay
• Employee assistance programme -with 24/7 confidential helpline
• Discountsin shops, restaurants and venues the high street
• FREE DBS checkfor all Care Assistants
• Pension Schemefor you future
• Varying contractsto fit your lifestyle - which includes the option of average hour contracts
  
  

No experience? No problem.

Fulltraining and supportprovided- all you need is a kind heart and the desire to make a difference!

Apply Today!

Don't just start a job - start making a difference. Apply now and lets change lives together!

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This role is subject toDBS enhanced disclosure.