Care Assistant

Confidential; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential is recruiting Care Assistants to support elderly residents across care homes in East Sussex. The role offers flexible days, nights, and weekend shifts, working on a zero-hour agency contract. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

You will help residents with daily routines, promote independence and dignity, and contribute to their overall wellbeing while maintaining safety and confidentiality in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in elderly care is desirable.
• A caring, patient and compassionate attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Relevant care qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.
• Supporting residents with mobility and moving and handling.
• Assisting with meals, feeding and hydration where required.
• Supporting residents with medication in line with training and care plans.
• Offering companionship and emotional support.
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and reporting any concerns.
• Maintaining accurate care records and following individual care plans.
• Ensuring a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents.
• Supporting residents living with dementia and other age-related conditions.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding aware

Education

Care qualifications desirable

Job description

Care Assistant

Location: East Sussex

Shifts: Flexible 8 or 12-hour shifts

Contract: Zero-hour agency

(Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship)

Shifts: Days / Nights / Weekends

About the Role

We are currently recruiting compassionate and dedicated Elderly Care Assistants to support older people across care homes in East Sussex.

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive difference in the lives of elderly residents.

You will play an important role in supporting residents with their daily routines, promoting independence, dignity and overall wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.
• Supporting residents with mobility and moving and handling.
• Assisting with meals, feeding and hydration where required.
• Supporting residents with medication in line with training and care plans.
• Offering companionship and emotional support.
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and reporting any concerns.
• Maintaining accurate care records and following individual care plans.
• Ensuring a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents.
• Supporting residents living with dementia and other age-related conditions.

Requirements

• Previous experience in elderly care is desirable.
• A caring, patient and compassionate attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Relevant care qualifications are desirable but not essential.