The Chaseley Trust is dedicated to supporting individuals with diverse neurological impairments at our stunning seafront location in Eastbourne.

We are looking for dedicated and passionate people to join our team who want to make a difference to the lives of the residents they work with by empowering their independence and dignity.

Are you looking to work in a dynamic role that not only gives you job satisfaction, where every day presents a new challenge, but also offers comprehensive training, support and a clear route to progression? If so, why not visit our website for more information please visit our ‘About’ page.

Are you looking to work in a dynamic role that not only gives you job satisfaction, where every day presents a new challenge, but also offers comprehensive training, support and a clear route to progression?

The purpose of the role of our Support Workers is to provide high quality care and support to individuals with severe physical disabilities with experience of:

• Person Centred Care
• Medication Administration
• Documentation & Record keeping
• Positive Behaviour Support
• Falls Prevention
• Fluids & Nutrition
• Urinary Incontinence
• Wound Care Management
• Diabetes Awareness
• MCA & Dols

You must have a positive attitude and general desire to help people, full right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship) and be over 18. You’ll be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check.

Interview date: TBC

Main Duties:

General

• To deliver high quality personal care following the care plan and individual Residents wishes to ensure the comfort, dignity and independence of each Resident.
• Adhere to the local Safeguarding policy, following the Duty of Candour requirements.
• Monitor the delivery of care when on duty to ensure that it is of high quality and maintains the dignity and well-being of Residents.
• Understand the importance of privacy, dignity, choice and consent and uphold these basic rights at all times.
• Contribute to the individualized person centered care planning process of each resident in line with his / her individual care plan with the intention of enabling the individual to achieve the highest possible level of self-sufficiency and independence.
• Assist with all aspects of Resident’s personal care.
• Support Residents to receive all the support necessary to enable them to function in their own particular life style, as independently as possible within the limits of their abilities.
• Support Residents to receive all the support necessary to enable them to function in their own particular life style, as independently as possible within the limits of their abilities.
• Ensure detailed and compliant records for the Residents.
• Ensure Residents health is prioritised and checked in line with regulations and company policy.
• Maintain hygiene for the Residents following infection control measures at all times.
• Assist Residents in the Dining Room at meal times. Inform shift manager (RN) of any Residents’ change in eating pattern
• Ensure Residents are assisted with their laundry arrangements, care of their clothes as required and that their room is tidy and clean.
• Attend regular supervision with allocated supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay (current salary to be reviewed April 2027)
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per year
• Shift flexibility within our rolling rota
• Guaranteed contracted hours plus an enhancement rate for additional hours
• Free 24/7 employee counselling support
• Free life insurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• First class training with defined career development pathways, including support with recognised qualifications and apprenticeships
• Subsidised staff meals including free meal days

Working Conditions

• Working hours are on a rolling rota with alternate weekend work. Shifts are 12-hours from 7am – 7pm (no mixed shifts). We offer flexibility of working 24 hours per week up to 48 hours per week.
• We have both Day and Night vacancies available.

Safeguarding

Chaseley Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, employees and volunteers. All offers of employment with the trust are subject to pre-employment checks which will include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, a satisfactory Enhanced DBS. Please note that under the GDPR, by making your application, you are consenting to Chaseley Trust processing and retaining your personal information for the purposes of the application. You have the right to withdraw your consent and ask for your data to be deleted at any time, however it will then not be possible for Chaseley Trust to process your application basis for the determination of objectives.

Final Statement

If you have relevant experience and think this job sounds right for you then we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must be over 18 and will be required to apply and pay for an enhanced DBS Check.

Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK as visa sponsorship is not available.

This job description reflects the current main organisational priorities for the position. These priorities may develop and change in consultation with the post holder in line with needs and priorities of the business.