Healthcare Support Worker

Bluestar Care & Support; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care support organization is seeking Home Care Support Workers to provide one-to-one care for individuals with disabilities and mental health needs. This role promotes independence and well-being through various support tasks. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a compassionate attitude. Training is provided, making it suitable for both experienced and new carers. Join a supportive team offering flexible hours and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Excellent pay from £13.50 per hour

Flexible hours

Career progression and training opportunities

24/7 wellbeing support

Recognition schemes and team events

Qualifications

• Experience in care is helpful but not essential; full training provided.
• Full UK driving licence preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care and hygiene.
• Help with shopping, cooking, and promoting healthy living.
• Assist with domestic tasks to maintain a clean and safe home.
• Provide companionship and reduce isolation through social activities.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate and patient attitude

Flexible and responsible approach

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Are you compassionate, dedicated, and ready to make a difference? At Bluestar Care and Support, we’re looking for caring and reliable individuals to join our team as Home Care Support Workers. You’ll provide one-to-one, person-centred care to individuals with lifelong disabilities, autism, and mental health needs across our West Sussex communities. Our goal is to empower people to live fulfilling, independent, and safe lives in their own homes and with their families while accessing the support they need to thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting with personal care and hygiene.
• Helping with shopping, cooking, and promoting healthy living.
• Assisting with domestic tasks to maintain a clean and safe home.
• Supporting with medication administration or prompting.
• Providing companionship and reducing isolation through social outings, appointments, and errands.
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and relationships.
• Promoting independence, recovery, and self-confidence.
• Maintaining accurate care records.
• Following individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Always promoting safety, dignity, and respect.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, compassionate, and patient attitude.
• A flexible and responsible approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred, but not essential.
• Experience in care is helpful but not essential; we provide full training. If you’re passionate, hard-working, and empathetic, you’ll fit right in.

Why Work With Bluestar Care and Support?

• Excellent pay from £13.50 per hour (paid weekly).
• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Career progression and training opportunities.
• Blue Light discount card.
• 24/7 wellbeing support prioritising your mental health.
• Recognition schemes: Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month, Heroes Awards.
• Team events and social activities.
• Dedicated support team to help you succeed.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory references.
• Enhanced DBS check.

Location: Across West Sussex including Crawley, Horsham, Haywards Heath, Brighton, Bognor Regis, Chichester, Worthing, Littlehampton and surrounding areas.

Hours: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible

Join Our Team Today

If you’re ready to share moments and shape lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to start your rewarding journey with Bluestar Care and Support covering the whole of West Sussex, including Crawley, Horsham, Haywards Heath, Brighton, Bognor Regis, Chichester, Worthing, Littlehampton and more surrounding areas.