Care Assistants (Skilled Worker Sponsorship) Location Worthing & Goring-by-Sea Salary £10.10-£10.89 per hour Hours of Work 42 hour per week Days Shift and Night shifts Closing date Shortlisted upon receipt Proposed interview date/s (if known) TBC Ref 2219 We do not work with any agencies to promote our roles. You should not make any payments to third parties for UK sponsorship. PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE IN A 10-MILE RADIUS OF WORTHING TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY You will be required to bring proof of address and form of ID to interview. Please note there will be a charge to candidates for their VISA application. The role We are looking for experienced Care Assistants to join our ever-growing teams in our wonderful care homes. We are offering Visa sponsorship to those locally based in Worthing who are experienced in the care field. We are offering long term career progression in health and social care and the opportunity to join our long-established charity. We are looking for individuals who wish to pursue a long-term career with Guild Care and further progress on existing experience, skills, and knowledge base. Your skills and knowledge to join our team will include the following… You must live locally, we cannot accommodate relocation At least 6 months in a professional Care role (completion of probation) A diploma level 2 or 3 in care (or an equivalent qualification) Why work for Guild Care? Our benefits, your career and who we are…. Career Pathway At Guild Care, we are passionate about career progression for all our employees, we have developed clear learning pathways for all our job roles at Guild Care. We take everyone’s career goals seriously, whether you want to be an amazing Care Assistant or our next Director of Care. We’re proud that the average length of service for our care home senior management team is 17 years- many of whom started as Care Assistants and followed our career pathways. Our Amazing Benefits at Guild Care….. Working for a local charity that has supported the community since 1933 Refer a friend scheme- you could earn £500 for recommending a friend to Guild Care Buddy Incentive- you could receive up to £125 to support our new recruits in role, promoting a supportive and friendly environment for our newcomers (Care Services only) Competitive salaries 20-25 days holiday Pension scheme Sick pay Flexible shift patterns Free DBS check Excellent learning and development opportunities and clear defined care career pathway Supportive colleagues Job satisfaction Local offers for Guild Care staff Being part of a values- led organisation Job Requirements Essential The ability to communicate well in the English language The ability to read, write and carry out basic mathematical calculations Satisfactory DBS Check Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Or Equivalent) Minimum of 6 months (Completion in Probation) in a professional Care role Live locally in Worthing, West Sussex, within a 10 mile radius Desirable Previous experience in Dementia Care/demonstrates awareness in Dementia About our homes…… Haviland House, Caer Gwent & Linfield House We have three care homes in Worthing and Goring-by-Sea who are looking for experienced and qualified Care Assistants to join their growing team. Haviland House Haviland House is a specialist dementia care home located at the foot of the South Downs in Goring, West Sussex. It was purpose built in 2015 to fulfil the needs of residents living with different stages of dementia. Caer Gwent Caer Gwent combines superb residential living with 24-hour expert nursing care, supporting individuals with complex health conditions, particularly focusing on palliative (i.e. end of life) support. Linfield House Linfield House is a residential and nursing care home that includes two dementia suites. We promote independent living, providing residents with the support and person-centred care that they need to flourish. Get in touch If you would like to find out more about the role our Recruitment Team is always happy to help answer any questions you may have. For an informal chat please call 01903 863154. How to apply Please complete the short application form Alternatively, email your CV or interest to us at [email protected] or call 01903 863154. We reserve the right to close the vacancy upon successful selection of candidates, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please Note Post- interview should you be successful you will need to supply the following documentation to ensure safe recruitment and compliance. Photo ID Right to Work documentation References Evidence of Qualifications if required