Healthcare Assistant – Full Time (Days) –Luxury Retirement Home – AV2091

Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Pay: £13.50 – £15.00 per hour
Hours: Full Time – Days

About the Home

Avon Search is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run residential dementia care home in Worthing, which has been providing specialist care since 1991.

Originally one of the first care homes in the area to specialise in dementia care, the home has developed into a centre of excellence, supporting up to 26 residents living with different types and characteristics of dementia and other cognitive conditions.

Owned and operated by an experienced care provider for over 15 years, the home prides itself on creating a warm, inclusive and genuinely homely atmosphere where residents feel safe, valued and cared for.

The home’s philosophy is centred around recognising that every resident is an individual, with their own life experiences, preferences and changing care needs. By working closely with families and loved ones, the team builds a detailed understanding of each resident to ensure care is delivered with sensitivity, compassion and respect.

Residents are gently encouraged to remain as active and independent as possible, maintaining their dignity, choice and quality of life.

The home offers:

• Specialist residential dementia care for up to 26 residents.
• A warm, welcoming and family-oriented atmosphere.
• Individualised care plans tailored to residents’ changing needs.
• A strong emphasis on dignity, independence and personal choice.
• An experienced and dedicated team of care professionals.
• Ongoing staff training, including dementia awareness, first aid, manual handling and safeguarding.

The Role

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play an important role in providing compassionate, person-centred care to residents living with dementia.

Working as part of an experienced and supportive team, you will help residents maintain their independence, dignity and wellbeing while ensuring they feel comfortable, safe and valued.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality personal care and daily living support.
• Supporting residents with mobility and individual care needs.
• Understanding and responding sensitively to the needs of people living with dementia.
• Encouraging independence, choice and participation in everyday activities.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with residents and their families.
• Supporting residents with meals, hydration and general wellbeing.
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns.
• Creating a safe, positive and reassuring environment.

About You

• Previous experience working within a care setting.
• A caring, patient and compassionate approach.
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, dementia care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to promoting dignity, respect and independence.

Benefits & Perks

• £13.50 – £15.00 per hour
• Full-time day shifts.
• Opportunity to work within an established specialist dementia care home.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• A friendly, family-oriented working environment.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents’ lives.

To Apply

Please contact Lauren on 01789 867181 or email Lauren@avonsearch.co.uk.