Carer

SRI SRI CARE LTD; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service provider in Eastbourne is seeking compassionate caregivers to support individuals with personal care, daily living activities, and health-related needs. The ideal candidates will have experience in care, an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care, and a full UK driving licence. This role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships and provide essential support for clients in their daily lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in care.
• Moving & Handling, Medication, and Dementia training.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support with washing, dressing, grooming, and continence care.
• Prepare meals and support with eating and drinking.
• Prompt or administer medication (if trained).
• Provide companionship and meaningful conversation.
• Accurately record care delivered.

Skills

Kind, patient, and empathetic approach

Strong communication and listening skills

Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism

Ability to work independently and manage time well

Willingness to learn and follow guidance

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Digital recording systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Support with washing, dressing, grooming, and continence care
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and safe use of equipment
• Promote dignity, privacy, choice, and independence at all times

Daily Living Support

• Prepare meals and support with eating and drinking
• Assist with household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe environment
• Support with shopping, errands, and community access (if required)

Medication & Health Support

• Prompt or administer medication (if trained and authorised)
• Observe and report changes in health or wellbeing
• Follow infection‑control and health & safety procedures

Emotional & Social Support

• Provide companionship and meaningful conversation
• Support clients to engage in hobbies, routines, and community activities
• Build trusting relationships with clients and families

Record Keeping & Communication

• Accurately record care delivered using digital or paper systems
• Report concerns, incidents, or safeguarding issues promptly
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, families, and external professionals

Skills & Qualities Required

• Kind, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and manage time well
• Willingness to learn and follow guidance

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience in care
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Moving & Handling, Medication, and Dementia training
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle