Care Assistant

Changeworknow is part of the Access Group; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours (full-time/part-time)

Paid training & induction

NVQ qualifications funded

Career development opportunities

EAP: counselling & support

Wellbeing services

Job summary

MyLife is seeking Care Assistants in the Canterbury area to provide person-centred support in clients’ homes. Earn £13.10 per hour with enhanced pay for unsociable hours and holiday work. Roles offer permanent contracts, flexible shifts, and full training from day one.

Travel within Kent is required, so a valid UK driving licence and own car are essential. Sponsorship is not available; AM/PM shifts and weekend work are expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential for this community-based role.
• Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not available.
• AM/PM shifts and weekend rotation are expected.

Responsibilities

• Personal care for older adults.
• Meal preparation and basic cooking.
• Light household tasks.
• Food shopping.
• Companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Driving licence

AM/PM shifts

UK work rights

Education

NVQ qualifications

Job description

Join Our Care Team in Canterbury – Competitive Pay, Flexible Hours,

Location

Across Canterbury, Herne Bay, Whitstable, Thanet, Dover and Deal.

Salary: £13.10 per hour. Additional benefits include enhanced pay for unsociable hours and double-time compensation for work carried out on public holidays.

Looking for a rewarding career in care?

The MyLife team provides high-quality private home care services across Kent and other locations across the UK. We are a friendly and dedicated team committed to delivering personalised, compassionate care to all our service users.

At MyLife, we aim to deliver the gold standard in private care services and equally provide the highest level of training and support for our Care Assistants. We believe it is essential that our team feels confident, supported, and valued in their role — from having open communication with management whenever needed, to receiving competitive pay and recognition for their work.

Our Care Assistants consistently report high levels of satisfaction, reflecting the strong professional relationships they build with service users and the supportive environment we foster.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Guaranteed hours:Permanent contracts for full-time and part-time roles
• Consistent shift patterns: 7 am –2 pm and/or4 pm – 10 pm
• Paid training and induction programme, including shadow shifts
• Fully fundedNVQ qualificationsand Health & Social Carefrom day one
• Career development opportunitieswith nationally recognised care certificates
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP):Free confidential counselling and tailored supportfor you and up to 5 family members or friends
• Access to Wellbeing Services and Fitness Programmes
• Blue Light Card discounts– up to 60% off high street brands
• Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme:Earn up to £250 per referral (unlimited)

And most importantly,the chance to make a real difference every day

About the Role

As a Care Assistant, you will provide person-centred care to older adults across Herne Bay helping them regain independence in their own homes.

• Personal care
• Meal preparation and basic cooking
• Light household tasks
• Food shopping
• Companionship and emotional support

No experience needed – full training provided!

What We Are Looking For

• Travel Requirements:This is a community-based role, so a full UK driving licence, your own car, and business insurance are essential.
• Right to Work:You must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship currently.
• Ability to work AM/PM shifts and alternate weekends

Be Part of Something That Truly Matters

At Mylife we welcome everyone to apply, no matter your experience level. If you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, HCA, Health Care Assistant or in the NHS we would love to hear from you. However, if you do not have experience, we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply, for example: retail sales assistant, customer service, hairdressers/beauticians, receptionist, administrator, cleaners, warehouse workers and delivery drivers