Home Care Recruitment

How Much Do Homecare Workers Get Paid in East Sussex, Hastings & Eastbourne?

Posted on by CareStaff24 Team

Homecare is one of the most rewarding careers in the UK. Across East Sussex, especially in Hastings and Eastbourne, demand for skilled, compassionate people is growing fast. Below you’ll find typical pay ranges, a UK-wide comparison, and a straightforward view of how a new starter can progress into senior roles with real responsibility.

Typical Pay in East Sussex

For entry roles in Hastings and Eastbourne, hourly rates commonly start around £11.50 and rise with experience, extra training, and responsibilities. Evening, weekend and bank-holiday enhancements can raise overall earnings. Live-in roles are often paid at a higher daily rate.

How Pay Compares Across UK Regions (2025)

Region Typical Hourly Pay Annual Equivalent*
East Sussex (Hastings & Eastbourne) £11.50 – £13.00 £21,800 – £24,500
London £12.50 – £15.00 £24,500 – £29,000
South East (outside London) £11.00 – £12.50 £21,000 – £23,500
South West £10.80 – £12.00 £20,500 – £22,500
Midlands £10.50 – £11.80 £20,000 – £22,000
North West £10.20 – £11.50 £19,500 – £21,800
North East £10.00 – £11.20 £19,000 – £21,000
Scotland £10.90 – £12.20 £20,500 – £22,800
Wales £10.50 – £11.80 £20,000 – £22,000

*Annual equivalents assume ~36–40 hours/week and are indicative. Actual earnings vary by contract, availability, and enhancements.

What Employers Expect

  • Kindness, reliability and good communication with clients and families.
  • Willingness to learn: infection control, moving & handling, medication awareness, safeguarding.
  • Consistency and punctuality—continuity of care matters.
  • Accurate notes and confidentiality (GDPR-compliant record keeping).
  • Driving can be an advantage for community rounds, though not always essential.

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Clear Career Pathways in Homecare

Tier Core Responsibilities Typical Pay (East Sussex)
Care Assistant (Entry) Companionship, personal care, meals, light housekeeping; full training provided. £11.50 – £12.50 p/h
Senior Care Assistant Mentoring new staff, medication prompts/recording, more complex care plans. £12.50 – £14.00 p/h
Specialist Carer Dementia, palliative, complex needs (extra training/quals). £14.00+ p/h (role-dependent)
Care Coordinator / Field Supervisor Scheduling, spot checks, family liaison, quality & compliance support. £26,000 – £30,000
Registered Manager Service leadership, CQC compliance, training & development, growth. £35,000 – £45,000+

Live-in roles are commonly paid by the day (often £110–£140+ depending on complexity), with agreed breaks and support plans.

Why CareStaff24?

  • Flexible shifts: live-in and live-out opportunities across East Sussex.
  • Full training from day one—no prior experience required.
  • Ongoing support, development and clear routes to senior roles.
  • A local, friendly team serving Hastings, Eastbourne and surrounding areas.

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Figures are indicative (2025) and may vary by employer, location, training and contract type.