Care Assistant

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Job Title: Care Assistant

Salary: £12.80 per hour Mon-Fri, £13.44 Sat & £14.08 Sun

Hours of Work: 24 hours or 36 hours , flexible working days

Join Guild Care as a Care Assistant – Make a Real Difference in People's Lives

Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have a caring heart and a commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect? At Guild Care, a leading not-for-profit charity, we are searching for compassionate individuals to join our team as Care Assistants and help us provide exceptional care to our residents.

About The Role

As a Care Assistant, you'll play an essential role in the lives of our residents, providing care with compassion, dignity, and respect. Under the guidance of senior staff, you'll assist residents with daily activities, including:

• Supporting with personal care such as dressing, bathing, and using the toilet.
• Promoting residents' mental and physical wellbeing by engaging in activities, hobbies, and outings.
• Providing care to residents with chronic or acute conditions and end-of-life care.
• Assisting with meals and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment.
• Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families.

Every day, you'll contribute to creating a safe, caring, and vibrant community for our residents.

We're looking for caring and dedicated individuals who share our values of being Brave, Engaging, Loving, and full of Integrity while recognising that Everyone Matters.

Required Criteria

Skills Needed

About The Company

Guild Care was founded in Worthing in 1933 by visionary volunteers dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the local community. Originally known as Worthing Council of Social Service, the organisation focused on alleviating poverty, isolation, and health challenges during difficult times. Over the following decades, Guild Care consistently expanded its services, proactively responding to the community's evolving needs.

In the 1950s and 1960s, Guild Care established innovative day centres and residential care homes, significantly enhancing life quality for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Adapting continually, the charity later introduced specialised dementia care facilities and tailored services for those with learning disabilities.

Today, Guild Care supports over 3,000 people annually across West Sussex through a range of community-focused services. Remaining true to its founding values, the organisation is one of Worthing's largest employers, powered by almost 700 dedicated staff members and the essential contributions of more than 300 volunteers, all united in making a meaningful difference.

Company Culture

Our vision is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives.

We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered.

Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me

At Guild Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and equality. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and enables us to better serve our community.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Company Benefits

At Guild Care, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees in every aspect of their lives—financially, professionally, and personally.

Health and Wellbeing

Your wellbeing is our priority. Staff benefit from an annual Wellbeing Day, free flu vaccinations, and confidential support through the BHSF Employee Assistance Programme. With schemes like Cycle 2 Work, free eye tests for eligible roles, and mental health support through the Care Workers Charity, we aim to promote a healthier, happier workforce.

Work-life Balance

We understand the importance of flexibility, offering favourable holiday terms, flexible working options, homeworking opportunities, and carers' leave to help you balance work with life's demands.

Professional Development

At Guild Care, your career growth is important to us. We provide progressive career pathways, mandatory training programmes, in-house learning opportunities, and access to professional qualifications, including accredited programmes and the Care Certificate.

A Supportive Work Environment

Join a local charity with over 90 years of history and a strong community focus. Employees enjoy supportive colleagues, job satisfaction, and opportunities to engage in events and fundraising activities. Our inclusive culture features initiatives such as length of service recognition, annual staff awards, and employee networking groups.

At Guild Care, we reinvest all our surpluses into our services, staff, and community, ensuring your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Join us and be part of something extraordinary

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events

Salary

£ £14.08 per hour