Care Assistant / Residential Support Worker

Winlight Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care recruitment agency in the UK is seeking compassionate Care Assistants and Residential Support Workers for various locations across East Sussex. This role involves providing high-quality, person-centred care to vulnerable adults and young people. Ideal candidates should possess a caring and empathetic approach, and although previous experience is preferred, training is offered. Flexible shifts and competitive pay rates are available.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Competitive rates

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
• Support individuals with daily living tasks, personal care, and mobility.
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing.

Skills

Patient approach

Empathy

Flexibility in shifts

Job description

Job Advert: Care Assistants & Residential Support Workers (Multiple Locations - East Sussex)

Job Title: Care Assistant / Residential Support Worker

Location: Various Adult & Children's Residential Homes across East Sussex

Contract: Temporary / Ongoing

Start Date: Immediate starts available

About the Role

We are recruiting compassionate, reliable, and motivated Care Assistants (Adult Services) and Residential Support Workers (Children's Services) to work across a range of well-established care homes within East Sussex. You will be supporting vulnerable adults and young people in high-quality residential and respite settings that provide personalised care, structured support, and a safe, nurturing environment.

These services support:

• Older adults (65+)
• Adults with learning disabilities
• Young people aged 7-19 with learning disabilities
• Children and young people (8-18) in residential care
• Secure children's residential services (Hailsham)

We have shifts available across multiple sectors including short-break services, supported living, intermediate care, and residential children's homes.

Locations Available

We are recruiting for multiple establishments across East Sussex, including but not limited to:

• Eastbourne (BN21, BN23, BN22)
• Crowborough (TN6)
• Bexhill (TN39, TN40)
• Hailsham (BN27)
• Battle (TN33)
• St Leonards-on-Sea (TN37)
• Seaford (BN25)

Full postcode list can be provided if required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents
• Support individuals with daily living tasks, personal care, and mobility
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and homely environment
• Accurately record notes, follow care plans, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Support children and young people with behavioural, emotional, and social needs (CSD roles)

Requirements

• Previous care experience is preferred but not essential
• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• Weekly pay and competitive rates
• Supportive team and dedicated consultants
• Opportunity to gain experience across a variety of care settings
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

How to Apply

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