Care and Support Assistant

Care South; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 17,977 - 18,322; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction and training

Ongoing training and development

Employee referral bonus scheme

Free DBS check

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Care South in Gillingham is looking for a Care & Support Assistant to provide essential support for residents. The role includes assisting with personal care, encouraging independence, and fostering a positive atmosphere.

Flexible hours, including full-time and part-time opportunities, are available, with competitive pay rates ranging from £13.05 to £13.30 per hour. Benefits also include ongoing training, a contributory pension scheme, and a local staff reward programme.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years or older.
• No previous care experience required – prior customer service or community support is acceptable.
• Demonstrated kindness, empathy, and commitment to resident wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and mobility needs.
• Deliver person‑centred care and encourage independence.
• Support residents’ daily activities and foster relationships.
• Create a positive, team‑focused atmosphere within the home.
• Provide support during meals and social activities.

Skills

Kindness

Empathy

Customer service experience

Commitment to wellbeing

Job description

Role

Care & Support Assistant

Location

Fern Brook Lodge, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QD

Pay

£13.05 – £13.30 per hour

Hours

Full-time and part-time hours available, including alternate weekend working.

Shift Patterns

• 08:00 – 20:00 (Full shift)
• 08:00 – 14:00 (Morning shift)
• 14:00 – 20:00 (Afternoon shift)

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and mobility needs.
• Deliver person‑centred care and encourage independence.
• Support residents’ daily activities and foster relationships.
• Create a positive, team‑focused atmosphere within the home.
• Provide support during meals and social activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years or older.
• No previous care experience required – prior customer service or community support is acceptable.
• Demonstrated kindness, empathy, and commitment to resident wellbeing.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates.
• Paid induction and training.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Staff association.
• Local staff reward programme.
• Onsite learning and development team.
• Career progression.
• Flexible working hours.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

What You Need To Know

• You must be 18 years or older.
• Visa sponsorship is not offered.

For any questions, contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.