Care Assistant - Hailsham

Trinityhomecaregroup; Lower Willingdon; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time & Part-time opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Support from local care team

Career development opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme – £350 referral

Job summary

Trinity Homecare is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to support people in Hailsham and surrounding areas. You’ll visit clients at home to provide practical support, companionship and daily care, travelling across the local area as needed.

We offer full-time and part-time roles with competitive hourly rates, paid travel time, mileage and ongoing training. No prior care experience is required, and a supportive Eastbourne branch team backs your development and growth.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to own car.
• Willingness and ability to travel to clients across Hailsham and surrounding areas.
• Availability to work alternate weekends.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Appropriate business-use motor insurance.

Responsibilities

• Helping clients with personal care and getting ready for the day
• Preparing meals and supporting healthy eating
• Providing companionship and conversation
• Supporting medication routines in line with training and care plans
• Helping with light housework, shopping and everyday activities
• Encouraging clients to remain independent and active

Skills

Kind & compassionate

Reliable

Confident communication

Independent worker

Job description

About The Role

Care Assistant – Hailsham

£13.80–£16.00 per hour | Paid Travel Time | 45p Mileage

Location: Hailsham and surrounding areas, East Sussex
Job Type: Full-time and Part-time

Looking for a Rewarding Career in Care?

Would you like a career where you can support people in your community and make a meaningful difference every day?

Trinity Homecare is looking for compassionate and dependable Care Assistants to support people living in Hailsham and surrounding areas.

You’ll be joining our friendly Eastbourne branch team, which is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

As a Care Assistant, you’ll help clients continue living independently in the comfort of their own homes, providing personalised care, companionship and practical support.

This is a community-based role, and you’ll be required to travel between clients’ homes across Hailsham and surrounding areas.

Whether you’re already working in care or considering a new career, we’d love to hear from you. No previous care experience is required.

What You’ll Earn

We offer competitive rates of pay and recognise the important contribution our Care Assistants make.

Competitive Pay Rates

• Weekdays: £13.80–£15.00 per hour

• Weekends: £14.80–£16.00 per hour

• Bank Holidays: Double pay

• Paid Travel Time: £13.80 per hour

• Mileage: 45p per mile

Pay rates depend on the applicable pay band.

Benefits of Joining Trinity Homecare

• Full-time and part-time opportunities

• Ongoing training and development (employed carers)

• Support from our friendly local care team

• Opportunities for career development and progression

• Refer a Friend scheme – earn £350 for successful referrals

Your Role as a Care Assistant

You’ll be visiting people in their own homes, offering practical assistance, companionship and reassurance.

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Helping clients with personal care and getting ready for the day

• Preparing meals and supporting healthy eating

• Providing companionship and conversation

• Supporting medication routines in line with training and care plans

• Helping with light housework, shopping and everyday activities

• Encouraging clients to remain independent and active

Every visit is an opportunity to make someone’s day better.

Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need care qualifications or previous experience. What matters most is your attitude and willingness to support others.

We’re looking for people who are:

• Kind, patient and compassionate

• Reliable and committed to delivering quality care

• Confident communicating with different people

• Happy to work independently and as part of a team

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car

• Willingness and ability to travel to clients across Hailsham and surrounding areas

• Availability to work alternate weekends

• Right to work in the UK

• Appropriate business-use motor insurance

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Why Choose Trinity Homecare?

At Trinity Homecare, we believe great care starts with great people.

You’ll be part of our Eastbourne branch’s CQC-rated Good service, supporting people to maintain their independence and quality of life.

We provide ongoing training, guidance and opportunities to develop your skills, whether you’re starting your care career or bringing valuable experience.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re looking for a meaningful job where you can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

For 30 years, Trinity Homecare has been supporting people to live safely and independently in the place they know best – their own home.

Our Eastbourne branch is proud to be rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and to have built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate and person‑centred care.

When you join Trinity Homecare, you’ll receive the training, support and ongoing development you need to provide great care with confidence. Whether you are experienced in care or completely new to the sector, you’ll be joining a team that takes the quality of the care we provide – and the people who provide it – seriously.