READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Join Our Team of Care Professionals
Your Future at BrightCare
Pay: £14.00 per hour, rising to £16.00 per hour upon successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.
Travel: Driving is not essential; some clients will not require their companion to drive. If driving is a part of a client's requirements, we pay 40p/pm.
Work Location: In person.
Location: East Sussex & West Sussex.
Working Pattern: Flexible, depending on client requirements.
About BrightCare
At BrightCare, we believe that exceptional social care starts with exceptional people.
We are a companionship and wellbeing service built around a simple belief: care should feel more human.
People don't always need a traditional carer. Sometimes, they simply need someone they can trust, talk to, spend time with and enjoy life alongside.
We aim to build meaningful, consistent relationships, not simply provide a service. We carefully consider personality, interests, preferences and individual needs when matching Companions with clients.
We support adults of all ages, including older adults and people living with disabilities, as well as individuals who may be experiencing loneliness, isolation, bereavement or significant life changes.
BrightCare also provides live-in companionship for individuals who would benefit from having a trusted companion present in their home.
About the Role
We are looking for warm, reliable and compassionate Care Companions to join our growing team across East Sussex and West Sussex.
As a BrightCare Companion, you will provide trusted companionship and practical everyday support tailored to each individual.
Your Responsibilities
As a BrightCare Companion, your role may include:
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Providing warm, genuine companionship and conversation
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Building trusting and respectful relationships with clients
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Supporting clients to remain socially connected
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Accompanying clients to coffee, lunch, walks and social activities
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Supporting clients to attend GP, hospital and other appointments
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Helping with shopping, errands and everyday organisation
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Providing transport and accompaniment where appropriate
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Supporting hobbies, interests and activities
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Walking dogs and assisting with pet care
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Preparing simple meals and helping with meal preparation
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Providing light household assistance
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Collecting prescriptions and completing agreed errands
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Helping clients with phones, tablets and everyday digital tasks
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Providing regular well-being and companionship visits
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Supporting people who may be feeling lonely or isolated
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Offering companionship during bereavement or significant life changes
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Supporting individuals through periods of transition or uncertainty
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Providing companionship and practical support during challenging periods, where appropriate
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Encouraging independence, confidence and participation in everyday life
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Providing live-in companionship where this forms part of the agreed support arrangement
Care & Additional Support
BrightCare is primarily a companionship service rather than a traditional care agency. Some clients may also require additional practical or personal support. Where appropriate, we provide training to support beyond companionship.
Depending on an individual's assessed needs, this may include:
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Medication reminders
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Personal care
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Mobility support
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Assistance with daily living
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Support for individuals living with disabilities
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Specialist support for older adults
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Dementia-related support
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Other appropriate care requirements
Companions will only undertake duties appropriate to their role, training, competence, and agreed responsibilities.
You will never be expected to carry out tasks for which you have not been appropriately trained or authorised.
Who We Are Looking For
You do not necessarily need to have worked in a traditional care environment to become a BrightCare Companion.
What matters to us is who you are as a person.
We are looking for people who are:
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Warm, friendly and approachable
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Kind, patient and genuinely caring
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Reliable and trustworthy
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Naturally empathetic
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Good listeners
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Strong communicators
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Respectful of people's independence and choices
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Patient and understanding
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Positive and encouraging
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Responsible and professional
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Comfortable helping with everyday tasks
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Able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries
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Comfortable spending time with people from different backgrounds and age groups
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Passionate about helping people feel valued, included and connected
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Committed to upholding the dignity and independence of every client
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Honest and able to act with integrity
Previous experience in care, support work, nursing, healthcare, hospitality, customer service, education, community work or similar environments can be valuable.
However, personality, attitude, empathy and reliability are equally important to us.
Personalised Flexibility
We understand that life doesn't always fit around a fixed schedule. Where possible, we offer flexible working arrangements designed to support a healthy balance between work and personal commitments.
Learning & Growth
We encourage continuous learning and professional development.
Attendance at relevant educational programmes and training, both within and outside the organisation, is encouraged to help you develop your skills and progress professionally.
Benefits
We want our team to feel valued and supported. Benefits include:
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Casual dress
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Company events
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Company pension
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Sick pay
Could You Be a BrightCare Companion?
If you enjoy helping others, genuinely like spending time with people, and want your work to have a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.
You don't have to be a traditional care worker to make a difference.
You simply need to be someone who listens, someone who cares, someone people can trust, and someone who understands that sometimes, being there really is the most important thing you can do.
Application to Become a Companion
Initial details to get us started. We value your experiences and genuine heart for care.