Care Worker

Workforce Personnel; Lancing; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Free uniform

Flexible hours

24/7 support

Care settings variety

Rewarding role

Job summary

Workforce Personnel are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Care Assistants/ Care Workers to support residential and nursing homes across West Sussex. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to individuals with a wide range of needs, including elderly care, mental health, and learning disabilities.

You'll play a vital role in improving residents' quality of life through personal care, companionship, and emotional support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a UK care setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and spoken English and the ability to follow care instructions.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including days, nights, weekends, early and late shifts.
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one
• Willingness to complete face-to-face mandatory training
• The ability to provide satisfactory references (Min 3 years)

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
• Supporting with medication administration/management in line with care plans and policies
• Helping with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration
• Providing companionship, emotional support, and reassurance
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date care records
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for residents
• Encouraging residents to take part in social, recreational, and daily living activities
• Working collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and home staff to deliver person-centred care

Skills

6 months UK care experience

Excellent communication skills

Ability to follow care plans

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives?

Workforce Personnel are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Care Assistants / Care Workers to support a variety of residential and nursing homes across West Sussex. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to individuals with a wide range of needs, including elderly care, mental health, and learning disabilities. You'll play a vital role in improving residents' quality of life through personal care, companionship, and emotional support.

Key Responsibilities

As a Care Assistant / Care Worker, your duties may include:

• Assisting residents with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
• Supporting with medication administration/management in line with care plans and policies
• Helping with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration
• Providing companionship, emotional support, and reassurance
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date care records
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for residents
• Encouraging residents to take part in social, recreational, and daily living activities
• Working collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and home staff to deliver person-centred care

Requirements

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you MUST have:

• A minimum of 6 months experience working in a Care setting in the UK
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and spoken English and the ability to follow care instructions
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including days, nights, weekends, early and late shifts.
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one
• Willingness to complete face-to-face mandatory training
• The ability to provide satisfactory references (Min 3 years)

What We Offer

• Excellent pay rates
• Holiday pay
• Free uniform
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability
• 24/7 support from a friendly and experienced team
• Opportunities across a variety of care settings
• A rewarding role where you can make a real and lasting impact

Important Information - We do not offer Certificates of Sponsorship for this role

If you're an experienced Care Worker looking for a flexible and fulfilling opportunity where your care and compassion can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.