South Downs Residential is seeking dedicated and compassionate Health Care Assistants to join its professional care team in Brighton. This rewarding opportunity offers both day and night shifts, with flexible part-time and full-time positions available.
Ideal candidates will have prior experience working in a care home environment and be confident in providing high-quality personal care to residents. Those trained in medication administration and management will be highly valued. Exceptional communication skills, empathy, and a professional approach to resident wellbeing are essential qualities for this role.
As part of South Downs Residential’s commitment to excellent care delivery, Health Care Assistants will benefit from a supportive work culture, ongoing professional training, and consistent shift patterns across weekdays and weekends.
Sponsorship may be available for eligible applicants, making this an excellent opportunity for skilled healthcare professionals seeking to develop a long-term career in the UK care sector.
Join South Downs Residential in providing compassionate, person-centred care and making a meaningful difference every day.
Apply now to start your healthcare journey in Brighton with a trusted and respected care provider.
Position: HealthCare Assistant
Salary: From £12.85 per hour
Job Type: Full Time or Part Time
Location: Brighton
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Health Care Assistant at Patcham Nursing Home. While exprecience would be beneficial, what matters most is a genuine commitment to providing compassionate, individualised care, helping us tailor every aspect of life at Patcham to suit our residents.
We understand that each resident has unique needs and preferences. Our dedicated team delivers high-quality residential and nursing care, including dementia care, support for complex physical conditions, palliative care and respite care.
What We Offer
- Career Growth – Ongoing professional training & development
- Equivalent of 29 Days Holiday – Including bank holidays (pro-rata)
- Pension Scheme – Available where eligible
- Supportive Induction & Probation – A structured onboarding experience
- Strong Management Support – Guidance every step of the way
- Employee Referral Bonus – Earn £200 each, upon appointment and another £300 each, at the one-year anniversary (T’s & C’s apply)
Who We’re Looking For
- Experienced Health Care Assistant – Previous experience in a care home setting is preferred
- Medication Trained – Confident in administering and managing medication
- Compassionate Communicator – A caring, empathetic approach with excellent communication skills
- Committed to Quality Care – Upholding high standards and a resident-first mindset
- Creative & Resilient – Adapts to challenges and brings fresh ideas to enhance care
- Working hours are part-time hours or full-time with set shifts, including weekdays and weekends.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use inclusive, gender-neutral language and focus on strengths, potential, and what matters most to the people we support; and our teams.
Apply Today!
You are ready to step into a role where your skills, experience, and compassion will make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Some, but not all, of our group companies hold a UKVI sponsorship licence; however, Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) capacity is very limited and therefore sponsorship cannot be guaranteed. Applicants who require employer visa sponsorship should be aware that allocation is reviewed very carefully and is not available for all roles.
Successful applicants will be required to complete an online Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) following acceptance of an offer.
Application Process
Application Deadline
Open until filled