Care & Support Assistant - Maternity Cover - Days/Nights - Amherst Court, Chatham

Avante Care & Support Ltd; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced rate for qualifications

Free DBS check & uniform

Flexible working patterns

Pension contributions

Training & development opportunities

24/7 GP & wellbeing support

Staff recognition awards

Discounts at 800+ retailers

Job summary

Avante Care & Support Ltd. is seeking a Care & Support Assistant for maternity cover at Amherst Court, Chatham. You will provide personal care, support daily activities and help create a warm, engaging home environment.

No prior care experience is required as training and development are provided; we value kindness, reliability and teamwork. Flexible shifts and a supportive team await.

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required; training provided.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Strong communication with residents and team.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Support wellbeing, independence and dignity.
• Contribute to a warm, engaging home environment.
• Work as part of a professional care team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

Communication

Job description

# Care & Support Assistant - Maternity Cover - Days/Nights - Amherst Court, Chatham## Job Introduction******Join our Caring Team as a****Care & Support Assistant********Maternity Cover until January****Location:**Amherst Court **Pay:**£13.20 - £13.40**Make a Real Difference Every Day**At Amherst Court our Care & Support Assistants do more than provide care—they bring warmth, companionship, and support to every resident. Whether you’re helping with personal care, encouraging independence, or creating a lively and engaging environment, you’ll make a meaningful impact every day.No experience? No problem! We’ll train you and support your development so you can grow your skills and confidence in a caring, friendly team.**What You’ll Be Doing*** Assisting residents with personal care and daily activities* Supporting wellbeing, independence, and dignity* Helping create a warm, engaging, and positive home environment* Working as part of a friendly, professional care team* Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s **Eden Alternative Philosophy****About You*** Kind, dependable, and compassionate Flexible and proactive approach to work* A team player with good communication skills* Previous care experience is helpful but not essential* Have a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives**Why People Love Working With Us******Competitive pay******Enhanced rate of pay for qualifications** ****FREE DBS check & uniform ****Flexible working patterns ****Pension contributions ****Training & development opportunities ****24/7 GP & wellbeing support ****Staff recognition awards ****Discounts at 800+ retailersAll roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Avante Care & Support is an Equal Opportunities Employer.*Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*Apply+− OpenStreetMap contributors### Care & Support Assistant - Maternity Cover - Days/Nights - Amherst Court, Chatham* **Salary** £13.20 - £13.40* **Frequency** Hourly* **Job Reference** avantecare/TP/21342/1086* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** 30 November, 2026* **Job Category** Front line operations* **Service/ Department** Residential Care* **Location** Chatham, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 28 October, 2026