Female Support Worker

HomeCareDirect; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 19,837; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Paid training

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Bognor Regis is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to join their dedicated support team. The position entails providing essential care in the client's home on a 24-hour weekly schedule, with a combination of daytime, evening, and sleep-in shifts. Candidates should be compassionate, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. A full UK driver’s licence and previous experience with learning disabilities are essential. This role offers comprehensive training and support for professional development.

Qualifications

• Driver with a Full UK licence, own vehicle and business insurance is essential.
• Previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities, diabetes, and gastrostomy care is desirable.
• Commitment to long‑term, person‑centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential care in a client's home with a 24-hour weekly schedule.
• Ensure continuity of care and effective team collaboration.
• Engage in stimulating activities with the client.

Skills

Compassionate care

Experience with learning disabilities

Driving skills

Reliability

Job description

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Location: Bognor Regis, West Sussex
Hours: 24 hours per week
Pay: £14.40 per hour (Sleep in rate £12.21)

About HomeCareDirect

HomeCareDirect is a leading national provider of personalised home care. We are dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, and person‑centred care while ensuring our staff receive high‑quality training, supervision, and career development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Paid training

Ongoing Support & Recognition

• Dedicated Regional Care Lead & Nurse support
• 24/7 on‑call assistance
• Long Service Awards
• PA of the Quarter Awards

The Role

As a Personal Care Assistant, you’ll be part of our client’s dedicated support team, providing essential care in their home. You’ll be employed by HomeCareDirect but will focus solely on supporting this client. This position offers a 24‑hour weekly schedule, comprising a combination of daytime, evening, and sleep‑in shifts. Flexibility across all days of the week is essential to ensure continuity of care and effective team collaboration.

About the Client & Your Responsibilities

Our client is an engaging and sociable woman in her 30s with a keen interest in technology and social media. She enjoys participating in stimulating activities such as dance classes, swimming, and listening to music, as well as spending time watching her favourite TV shows. She values meaningful interaction with her Personal Assistants and enjoys hearing their stories.

Training & Support

We provide comprehensive, paid training (to CQC standards) before your start date, covering:

• Full induction
• Diabetes / Insulin Injections / Emergency Aid
• Gastrostomy Care / Medication via PEG
• Personal Care / Moving & Handling including Wheelchair
• Learning Disabilities / Down Syndrome / Behaviours that Challenge

All training must be completed prior to start date and is paid at minimum wage.

Who We’re Looking For

• This position is female‑only, in accordance with The Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9 Part 1
• Driver with a Full UK licence, own vehicle and business insurance is essential
• Previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities, diabetes and gastrostomy care is desirable
• A compassionate, reliable, and committed individual
• Commitment to long‑term, person‑centred care

Join a Team That Cares

At HomeCareDirect, we are committed to safe, fair recruitment and ensuring all staff are vetted, trained, and supervised to the highest standards. A full, enhanced DBS certificate will be obtained for this role.

At HomeCareDirect, we pride ourselves on delivering high standards of care and professionalism and we know that starts with our people.

If you’re looking to join a growing team where you’ll be valued, supported, and have a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship.