South Coast Nursing Homes
Care Assistant - Berkeley Lodge
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Care Assistant - Berkeley Lodge
Care Assistant (Day Shift) – Berkeley Lodge (Specialist Dementia Nursing Home)
Location: Worthing, West Sussex
About the Role
South Coast Nursing Homes is a family-owned provider of care across East and West Sussex, delivering the highest standards of resident comfort and support – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
We’re growing confidently and are always seeking the best talent in the care sector. If you’re passionate about care, eager to deliver exceptional support, and want to grow with a forward-thinking company, this opportunity is for you.
We’re currently looking for a motivated Care Assistant to join our day shift team at Berkeley Lodge, our specialist dementia nursing home in Worthing.
Hours: Full-time (36 hours per week)
Weekly Shift Pattern:
- Week 1: Wed 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sun 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Week 2: Mon 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Key Responsibilities
As a Care Assistant at Berkeley Lodge, you will be responsible for:
- Providing high-quality personal care, including social interaction and stimulation to residents;
- Promoting independence and enabling residents to maintain their autonomy while providing necessary support;
- Ensuring personalised resident interactions are accurately recorded on the electronic system;
- Serving meals and refreshments to residents and facilitating social dining experiences to encourage engagement;
- Building strong relationships with relatives to better understand and deliver individualised care plan needs.
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Requirements & Expectations
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate individual who thrives in a fast-paced care environment. Ideally, you will:
- Have experience (or strong interest) within the healthcare or dementia care sector, though [training will be provided] to ensure success;
- Be kind, warm, and positive – with a genuine desire to make a difference in residents’ lives;
- Possess high energy, strong work ethic, and a willingness to go above and beyond daily;
- Be a team player, eager to contribute to a supportive and dynamic work culture.
A passion for providing outstanding care is essential!
Package & Benefits
South Coast Nursing Homes offers a comprehensive package, including:
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- Competitive pay:
- £12.94/hour (weekdays)
- £13.59/hour (weekends)
- Rising to £13.34–£14.01/hour with experience;
- Pay-as-you-earn flexibility;
- Paid breaks for all full shifts;
- Free professionally laundered uniform and DBS clearance provided;
- Subsidised staff food at work;
- Contributory pension scheme;
- 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for personal and work-related support;
- Industry-leading training and career progression opportunities;
- Refer-a-friend scheme for employees;
Our Culture
We are committed to inclusivity, diversity, respect, and employee development. Our workplace reflects our values:
- An environment where all employees feel valued and encouraged to grow;
- A proud equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including differences in:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender
- Gender identity
- Race
- Religion
- Sexual orientation
- Socio-economic background
Join Our Team
If you’re looking for a meaningful role in a supportive organisation, with growth potential and excellent benefits, then we’d love to hear from you!
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