Care Assistant

1 week ago

Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Home Instead Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year
Company Description

Looking to do something meaningful? Join Home Instead Lewes District and Uckfield as a Care Assistant and help brighten the day for older adults in your community. We offer exceptional care to our clients from Lewes, Uckfield and surrounding areas.

Job Description

Care Assistant Benefits:

  • Excellent pay rates - from £12.75 per hour
  • Paid travel time and mileage
  • Training - Ongoing, award-winning training at our Ringmer office
  • 24/7 employee support
  • Exclusive discounts - Blue Light Card
  • Supportive, local team culture

Why Join Us?

  • One-hour minimum visits – build real connections
  • Consistent clients – become a trusted person and companion
  • Flexible morning shifts – perfect for students or early risers
  • Personality-based matching – we pair you thoughtfully
  • No experience? We'll train you fully

Care Professional role:

As a home carer you'll provide personalised care and companionship to our clients, helping them with day-to-day routines and activities. Our support worker role will include assisting with personal care, preparing meals, light housekeeping, and running errands - all while building meaningful relationships and bringing comfort and reassurance.

What You'll Do

  • Assist clients with personal care routines (bathing, dressing, grooming)
  • Prepare nutritious meals according to client preferences
  • Perform light housekeeping tasks (laundry, dishes, tidying)
  • Provide medication reminders and monitor client well-being
  • Offer companionship and engage clients in stimulating activities (reading, conversation, hobbies, puzzles, music and accompaniment to go out in the community)
  • Accompany clients on errands or appointments as needed
Additional Information

Whether you're new to care or looking for something more meaningful, we'd love to meet you.

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