Day Care Assistant

Job description

Join Our Team and Earn a £400 Bonus!

As a thank you for choosing us, once you're fully recruited to work, youll receive£150 for your paid training included in your first paycheckand anadditional £250 joining bonusonce you've successfully passed your probation period. Apply today and take the next step in your career with a company that rewards your commitment!

About the Role:

Paragon Home Healthcareis looking for aSpinal Injury Support Workerto assist a woman inUckfieldwho has a spinal cord injury following a cycling accident. She lives in a remote home with her partner and son and requires daily support withrespiratory care(Clearway cough assist),catheter management, medication routine, and mobility. She uses awheelchairand has a well-established care plan and a supportive family.

Job Details:

Shift: 12 hours | 9AM9PM
Pay Rate:

• Weekday:£15.75/hr

• Weekends:£18.90/hr (weekends)

• Bank Holidays paid at 150% and Christmas at 200% (double pay)

Location: Uckfield TN22

Driver: Essential since the placement is remote.

With this client, you'll be engaged in 2-3 shifts or more per week. Alternatively, if eligible, you can be a part of our Standby rota,working conveniently from home. To support your journey, we providecomprehensive training, equipping you to excel in your caregiving role.

Training & Support:
Paragon is aspecialist providerof spinal cord injury and complex care. Youll receive full training before you start, and where possible, time will be given to get familiar with the care routine. No previous experience with spinal care is needed.

What We Offer:

Up to £400 in Joining & Training Rewards
Competitive Pay Rates
Double Pay on Xmas Day
24/7 Nurse-Led Support
Fully Paid Training e-Learning & In-Person
Career Development Opportunities
£250 Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Rewards and bonuses subject to eligibility criteria

Other benefits include:

• Growth and progression opportunities

• Relaxed and supportive work setting

• On-the-job training

• Safe and inclusive work environments

• Travel allowance (if eligible)

• Two-weekly payroll

• Stable, regular shifts with advance schedules

• Staff reward and benefits scheme

• You are never alone 24-hour support

• Nurse-led service and expert guidance

• Award-winning employer, recommended by our staff

• Cycle to Work Scheme

Responsibilities

• Observe and record the client's health status.

• Assist clients with activities of daily living.

• Ensure the client's safety.

• Maintain client confidentiality.

• Notify clients of changes in medications.

• Arrange transportation for client appointments.

Requirements to Work with Us

• Complete our online application form.

• Right to work in the UK.

• Enhanced (DBS) check or online sign-up.

• References.

About Paragon Home Healthcare

At Paragon Home Healthcare, we prioritize our staff. We are a professional, innovative, and rewarding team with a primary goal: to enhance the lives of those in need of care through compassionate, consistent, and high-quality home care services. Join our award-winning team, where we offer immediate starts, swift recruitment, paid training, flexible schedules, and regular work. Our staff consistently rates us as a 5-star employer.

Paragon Home Healthcare is a client-focused and ethical care organization committed to delivering exceptional quality of care while valuing and supporting our staff.

If youre interested or know someone who might be a good fit wed love to hear from you.

Paragon Home Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. Roles with occupational requirements are assessed on a case-by-case basis and are compliant with the Equality Act 2010.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Duddleswell

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-09-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English