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Senior Carer

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 14 - 17 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: TN38, Hollington, East Sussex

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

About the Role
We are recruiting experienced and confident Senior Care & Support Workers to work across East Sussex. Applicants can apply for either of the following paths depending on their experience and preference:
  * Senior Healthcare Assistant – adult nursing & residential homes
  * Senior Residential Support Worker – children’s residential homes
Both roles involve leading shifts, supporting teams, and delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care to individuals with a variety of needs. You’ll work flexibly across services, providing stability, compassion, and professional support in every setting.
Key Responsibilities (Adults & Children’s Services)
  * Lead and support staff teams during shifts
  * Deliver person-centred or trauma‑informed care tailored to individual needs
  * Support individuals with complex needs, dementia, emotional/behavioural needs, or challenging situations
  * Provide daily living support (adults) or therapeutic, nurturing care (children)
  * Build positive, trusting relationships with residents or young people
  * Use de‑escalation or behaviour support strategies when required
  * Complete accurate care notes, observations, incident reports, and handovers
  * Support care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management plans
  * Ensure safeguarding and safety procedures are always followed
  * Promote dignity, independence, and positive outcomes
Requirements
Applicants must meet the criteria for at least one of the following paths:
Senior Healthcare Assistant (Adults)
  * Minimum 6 months UK experience as a Senior HCA
  * Experience with personal care, mobility support, and daily living tasks
Senior Residential Support Worker (Children)
  * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
  * Minimum 6 months experience in a children’s residential setting
  * Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma‑informed practice
Desirable
  * NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care
  * Medication training
  * Behaviour management or de‑escalation training
  * Experience with complex needs, dementia, EBD, or trauma
What We Offer
  * Competitive pay rates + Bank Holiday enhancements
  * Full-time or part-time flexible shifts (days/nights/weekends)
  * Consistent work across services in East Sussex
  * Supportive agency team who value your skills
  * Ongoing training and development opportunities
  * A rewarding role where you make a real difference every day

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