Care Assistant in West Sussex inWest Sussex PUBLISHED WED 2 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
£14.25 PH Weekdays –£14.80 per hour Weekends
Job description
Female Care Assistant
Location: Bognor Regis
Hours: 7:00 am-12:00 - 16:00-22:00
Pay: £14.25 PH Weekdays –£14.80 per hour Weekends
Join Our Award-Winning Team!
At Right at Home, we provide personal care to clients in their own homes, helping them maintain independence and dignity. As a Care Assistant, you'll be at the heart of it all, delivering high-quality care with compassion and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
Please apply now to join our supportive and growing team at Right at Home!
Location: Bognor Regis
Hours: 7:00 am-12:00 - 16:00-22:00
Pay: £14.25 PH Weekdays –£14.80 per hour Weekends
Join Our Award-Winning Team!
At Right at Home, we provide personal care to clients in their own homes, helping them maintain independence and dignity. As a Care Assistant, you'll be at the heart of it all, delivering high-quality care with compassion and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Personal care: assisting with bathing, dressing, and hygiene
- Daily support: help with tasks and ensure client safety
- Medication: manage and administer prescribed medications
- Engage clients in activities to promote well-being and mental stimulation
- Encourage community participation and active living
- Competitive pay: £14.30/hour (weekdays), £14.80/hour (weekends)
- £21.45 –£29.60/hour (bank holidays), plus £0.35/mile for travel
- Up to 28 days paid holiday
- Comprehensive, fully-paid training
- Wellbeing support, including private counselling services
- Discounts through the Bluelight Card
- Monthly recognition and rewards
- A supportive team culture with regular catch-ups
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Passion for helping others and building meaningful relationships
- No previous experience is required—training is provided
Please apply now to join our supportive and growing team at Right at Home!
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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