Care Assistant / Support Worker

  • Skills Provider Ltd
  • Eastbourne, Sussex
  • Feb 06, 2026
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

As a Care Assistant / Support Worker, you will provide person-centred care and support to adults in their own homes or supported settings.

Important:
All applicants must complete mandatory training before being invited to interview. This ensures candidates are fully prepared and suitable for working in adult social care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)

  • Supporting with mobility and medication

  • Assisting with meals, shopping, and light household tasks

  • Offering companionship and emotional support

  • Following individual care plans

  • Recording and reporting changes in health or wellbeing

  • Maintaining dignity, choice, and respect at all times

Requirements - Care Assistant / Support Worker

Essential:

  • Willingness to complete mandatory pre-interview training

  • A caring, patient, and compassionate attitude

  • Good communication skills

  • Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Funding Eligibility - Please Read Carefully:

  • Due to government funding requirements, we are unable to accept applicants who require Skilled Worker or Student visa sponsorship for this role.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or in health and social care (not essential)

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car (preferred for home care roles)

Training Requirement - Read Before Applying

Before progressing to interview stage, all candidates are required to complete our fully funded, mandatory training, which leads toward a Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care.

This training:

  • Takes place before the interview

  • Is provided at no cost to the candidate

  • Ensures you are confident, prepared, and work-ready

  • Is the first step toward a meaningful career in care

No experience is needed - just the right attitude and commitment.