Care Assistant (Part/Full Time)

Home Instead Senior Care; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home care is seeking compassionate Care Assistants in Folkestone and Hythe. The role involves providing essential personal care, companionship, and support to clients, ensuring they live comfortably and with dignity. With flexible hours and guaranteed contracts, this position offers competitive pay and various benefits, including training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Guaranteed hours contract

Competitive pay

Mileage payment

Fully paid training programme

Care Certificate qualification

Pension scheme

Birthday gift

Annual appraisal gift

Annual company party

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on high street brands

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Good standard of English and excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily routines like bathing and dressing.
• Provide companionship and personal care to clients.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Job description

Company Description

We are looking for Care Assistants available in the community of Folkestone and Hythe, Kent, for mornings, evenings, and weekends, with Guaranteed Hours Contracts available.

Are you someone who lights up a room with a smile? Do you have a caring heart and hands ready to make a difference in someone’s day, from the moment you walk in the door to the moment you say goodbye?

At Home Instead, we’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals who not only provide companionship but also offer essential personal care to our clients, ensuring they live comfortably and with dignity.

Job Description

Do you have the skills to be an amazing Care Assistant/Support Worker?

Each day will be different, and you’ll need to think on your feet—whether it’s helping a client with mobility, assisting them with daily routines like bathing and dressing, or simply sitting down to enjoy a cup of tea together.

You will need a listening ear, ready to hear incredible life stories, and sometimes, offering a simple chat to brighten our clients’ day. You may also be called upon to help with medication management, assist with light housekeeping, or organise their home to ensure it’s safe and comfortable.

As a Care Assistant/Support Worker, you will benefit from:

• Guaranteed hours contract (10 to 25 hours)
• Competitive pay of £13.75 to £15.00 per hour
• Mileage payment of 35p per mile
• Fully paid training programme
• Care Certificate qualification
• Pension scheme
• Birthday gift
• Annual appraisal gift
• Annual company party
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on high street brands through our benefit programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Minimum 1-hour calls

Qualifications

Care Assistants must have a valid UK driving licence (with access to a vehicle for work purposes) and the right to work in the UK. A good standard of English and excellent communication skills are essential.