General Assistant

Job summary

The Company

Here at Augustinian Care we have got two purpose-built care homes located in the grounds of St George’s Park. Our homes offer the best in modern facilities combined with the traditional principles of care which has been offered by the Augustinian Sisters at St George’s since 1868.

Our two sixty-bed Care Homes are based in St George’s Park, Ditchling Common, within 3 miles of both Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill, set within 250 acres of beautiful gardens and farmlands, in an area of outstanding natural beauty with views overlooking the South Downs.

You will be part of a dedicated team that offers the residents of our care homes kind and compassionate care, in line with our company ethos.

You will have access to our excellent training programme, and we pride ourselves on a continuous improvement plan for all our new and existing staff to ensure they have the ongoing knowledge, skills and commitment to become and continue to be a successful, valued member of our team.

Our rates of pay are competitive, and our staff benefits are extensive and include free uniform, free meal, paid breaks and a free staff minibus service from both the Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath areas.

Benefits

Our rates of pay are competitive, and our staff benefits are extensive and include free uniform, free meal, paid breaks and a free staff minibus service from both the Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath areas.

• Competitive remuneration
• Job security - Augustinian Care have been caring for the elderly for over 150 years
• Annual pay reviews
• Free uniform provided - For all care and ancillary positions
• Free staff transport - Mini bus pickups on specified routes
• Free on site secure parking
• DBS checks - Company funded checks
• Free meal - One free meal provided when on duty (hot for day shifts and Sandwiches on nights)
• Life Cover - based on a multiple of the last 12 months earnings at date of death
• Employee Assistance Programme including free, confidential, access to advice line and counselling
• Access to Blue Light Card – extensive range of discounts on many high street & online brands/shops
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme - with generous rewards (T&C's apply)
• Long service awards - Financial recognition of long service and commitment
• Paid sick leave (T&C's apply)
• Some other staff benefits include: Staff massage chair, Company Summer Fete and Christmas Party, staff prize draws, various staff well-being talks

The Role

We are looking for a reliable and flexible General Assistant to support our Care Home teams and ensure a high-quality environment for our residents. This varied role includes driving residents to appointments using company vehicles, collecting prescriptions, and generally supporting the Maintenance, Housekeeping, and Laundry teams when required. Duties will also involve painting and decorating, cleaning, and assisting with laundry tasks.

You will help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming Home, follow all Health & Safety procedures, and work professionally and confidentially at all times. Building positive relationships with residents, visitors, and colleagues is essential.

Working hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Core working hours are 08:00 - 15:30 however this is flexible to meet the needs of the Home.

Requirements

• Clean, full driver's license is essential
• 2 years' experience within a similar position or environment is preferable, but not essential
• Ability to work independently with low levels of supervision
• A clear enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references will be required for this position.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, in line with our policy to protect residents and staff, is mandatory.
• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK

The Person

We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent communication skills
• Friendly and courteous manner
• The ability to remain trustworthy and maintain confidentiality at all times
• The ability to talk and listen to residents and other contacts both internally and externally
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work in a tidy and clean manner

Please note we do not have any certificates of sponsorship available to allocate; all candidates applying must be residing in the UK and have current right to work.