At a Glance
- Tasks: Support residents with personal care, companionship, and daily living tasks.
- Company: Margaret House, a caring Extra Care facility promoting independent living.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, holiday pay, pension scheme, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, wellbeing support, and a friendly team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Compassionate individuals with a desire to support others.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
Margaret House is an Extra Care facility designed to support independent living in a safe and caring environment. Residents are free to come and go, with staff available to help with daily needs.
As a Care Assistant, your responsibilities may include personal care such as continence support, washing and dressing, managing medication, preparing meals, and carrying out light domestic tasks. Most importantly, you’ll provide companionship, reassurance and comfort to the people you support.
Pay & Shift Details:
- Day rates: £12.50 on weekdays and £12.75 on weekends.
- Wake rates: £13.21 for both weekdays and weekends.
- Our team at Margaret House is looking for new care staff to work a variety of shift patterns, including alternate weekends and 7am-2pm or 2pm-10pm shifts.
Benefits include:
- Enhanced bank holiday rates
- Holiday pay and a pension scheme
- Free DBS/PVG, company mobile phone and uniform
- Access to the WeCare benefits platform and the Blue Light Card Scheme
- Discounts on driving lessons, fuel, insurance, cycle hire and more
- Enhanced maternity (12 weeks full pay), paternity and parental leave
- A clear career development pathway including the Care Certificate and NVQs - with 50% of salaried roles filled internally
- Wellbeing support including EAP, mental health first aiders, a healthcare cash plan and eye care contributions
- £400 referral bonus through our Care Friends scheme
Please note: This role requires a DBS check and the right to work in the UK. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Due to the nature of intimate care provided, this vacancy is open to women only.
Care Assistant - Extra Care in Uckfield employer: Care at Home Services
Join us as a Care Assistant in Hailsham, where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and a clear pathway for career progression, ensuring that your growth is a priority. With access to exclusive discounts and wellbeing support, we are committed to fostering a culture that values kindness, diversity, and employee satisfaction.
