Care Assistant

Alina Homecare; East Farleigh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus

Wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Flexible hours

Mileage paid

Paid holiday & training

Enhanced pay on weekends & bank hols

Pension

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Job summary

Alina Homecare is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support clients at home in East Barming/Maidstone area. You will provide companionship, assist with personal care, help with medications, prepare meals, and support daily activities to maintain independence and dignity.

Training is provided, no prior experience required. Roles offer flexible/guaranteed hours, a £500 joining bonus, and local mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Full training provided.
• You’ll need a driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to reduce loneliness.
• Assist with personal care activities.
• Deliver medication reminders and support.
• Prepare meals or snacks.
• Assist with housekeeping to keep home tidy.
• Support mobility and getting around when needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience & compassion

Driving licence

Vehicle access

Tools

None

Job description

• Earn up to £15.65/hour


• £500 joining bonus


• No experience needed

Competitive pay and full training

Make a real difference to people in East Barming

Develop & grow with us as a Care Assistant with Alina Homecare Maidstone.

Make a difference to the lives of local people living in Maidstone and surrounding areas.

Bring your caring and compassionate attitude to our fantastic Team.

As an Alina Homecare Care Assistant, you'll deliver award winning care to support our clients in their own homes to maintain their independence, dignity and self worth. Every day is different!

You'll help with…

• Companionship – being a friendly face & preventing loneliness


• Personal Care – all aspects of personal hygiene


• Medication – collecting prescriptions & providing reminders


• Mealtimes – preparing tasty meals


• Housekeeping – keeping their home just the way they like it


• Mobility – help with getting around

You'll enjoy…

• Joining bonus -up to 500.00


• Flexible & guaranteed hours – including full & part time hours


• Competitive pay rates


• 24/7 wellbeing support – nurturing your mental health


• Exclusive staff discounts – big deals on top brands


• Self development – career opportunities if you want


• Local work & paid mileage – short commutes helping local people (Mileage paid every two weeks)


• Paid holiday & training – to support your career


• Enhanced pay – for weekends & bank holidays


• Pension – to help prepare for your future


• Refer-a-Friend scheme* – earn £500.00 for every friend that starts with us

*T&Cs apply.

You'll need…

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills


• Patience, compassion & a positive attitude at all times


• A responsible, dedicated & flexible approach to your work


• A driving licence & access to a vehicle

You'll receive advanced training from our exclusive Alina Homecare Academy where you'll learn how to deliver our high standards of quality care so previous experience or qualifications aren't required.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant / Homecare Support Worker

Location

East Barming, ME16 9HB

Pay

£14.50 - £15.65/hour

Hours

Flexible hours available, Part-time and full-time positions, Morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts, Minimum 16 hours per week

Bonus

£500 joining bonus

Ref

CA-East-270826-1

Closes

2026-11-11