Health Care Assistant - Elderly Care Home

SDR; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Worthing seeks a compassionate Night Care Assistant to join their team. The role involves supporting residents' well-being through individualized care, assisting with dementia and complex physical conditions. The ideal candidate will have experience in a care home and a commitment to quality care. This part-time position offers structured support and competitive compensation, located in a welcoming community. Apply today to make an impact in the lives of residents.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Minimum 139 hours of holiday per year

Pension Scheme

Employee Referral Bonus

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care home setting is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with a caring and empathetic approach.
• Commitment to providing high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Support the wellbeing of residents as a Night Care Assistant.
• Provide individualized care based on residents' needs.
• Assist with dementia care, palliative care, and support for complex conditions.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Experience in care homes

Quality care commitment

Creativity and resilience

Job description

Overview

Join SDR at St George’s Residential Care Home as a Night Care Assistant! Location: Worthing, West Sussex. Salary: £12.25 per hour (annual review). Weekend Rate: £12.95 per hour. Hours: 24 hours per week, fixed 2 week rolling shift pattern.

About Us

At St Georges, we’re dedicated to providing high-quality residential care, in a warm and welcoming environment. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional residential care, delivered in a supportive and caring environment that feels like home. Being family-owned means our values aren’t just words; they shine through in how we support our teams and the people we care for. At SDR Care, we live by Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility every single day.

Responsibilities

• Support the wellbeing of residents and uphold the highest standards of care as a Night Care Assistant.
• Provide compassionate, individualised care tailored to residents’ needs and preferences.
• Assist with dementia care, support for complex physical conditions, palliative care and respite care as required.

What We Offer

• Career Development – Ongoing training and support
• Holidays – Minimum of 139 hours per year including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Pension Scheme – Available subject to eligibility
• Structured Induction & Probation – Comprehensive support and guidance
• Supportive Management – Friendly and approachable leadership team
• Employee Referral Bonus – £200 on appointment + £300 after one year (T&Cs apply)
• Accessible Location – Conveniently located in Worthing

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced Night Care Assistant – Previous experience in a care home setting is preferred
• Compassionate Communicator – A caring, empathetic approach with excellent communication skills
• Committed to Quality Care – Upholding high standards and a resident-first mindset
• Creative & Resilient – Adapts to challenges and brings fresh ideas to enhance care

📅 Working hours are part-time with set shifts, including weekdays and weekends.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use inclusive, gender-neutral language and focus on strengths, potential, and what matters most to the people we support; and our teams.

Apply Today!

If you are ready to step into a role where your skills, experience, and compassion will make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

If you don’t have a CV please get in touch by email [e-mail] or call 07484 482896

Please note: Some, but not all, companies within our Group hold a UKVI sponsorship licence. However, current Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) allocations are extremely limited, and we are therefore unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an online Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) following acceptance of an offer.