Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.75 to £15.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 April 2026 |
| Location: | Elham, Canterbury |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Home Instead- Folkestone, Hythe and Ashford |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Lyminge, Etchinghill, Elham |
Summary
We’re growing our team in the CT4 villages — Lyminge, Etchinghill and Elham — and we’re looking for kind, reliable Care Assistants to support older adults in their local community.
If you have a caring heart and a friendly smile, you can make someone’s day — from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. At Home Instead, we focus on quality care, offering both companionship and personal support so clients can live safely, comfortably and with dignity.
Our visits are never rushed, giving you the time to build trust and make a real difference.
Job Description
Care as it should be — unhurried, personal, rewarding.
At Home Instead, we give you the time to care properly. Our visits are a minimum of one hour, so you can focus on what matters, helping someone feel safe, comfortable and valued.
You’ll support older adults with things like:
Personal care and mobility
Preparing meals or a comforting cuppa
Light household tasks to keep their home safe
Sharing conversation, stories and companionship
Supporting with some health tasks — e.g. catheter care, stoma care, nail care (full training provided)
No previous care experience? No problem, we’ll train, support and cheer you on from day one.
Why you’ll love working with us
Roles specifically available in CT4 – Lyminge, Etchinghill & Elham
Guaranteed Hours contracts (10–25/wk) for reliable income
£13.75–£15.00/hr + 35p per mile
Fully paid training & Care Certificate
Birthday and appreciation gifts
Pension & wellbeing support
Staff discounts & annual team events
Career progression — we’ll help you grow
Qualifications
What you’ll need:
Right to work in the UK
Full driving licence & access to a car
Clear English and good communication skills
A kind nature and willingness to learn
If you have a caring heart and a friendly smile, you can make someone’s day — from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. At Home Instead, we focus on quality care, offering both companionship and personal support so clients can live safely, comfortably and with dignity.
Our visits are never rushed, giving you the time to build trust and make a real difference.
Job Description
Care as it should be — unhurried, personal, rewarding.
At Home Instead, we give you the time to care properly. Our visits are a minimum of one hour, so you can focus on what matters, helping someone feel safe, comfortable and valued.
You’ll support older adults with things like:
Personal care and mobility
Preparing meals or a comforting cuppa
Light household tasks to keep their home safe
Sharing conversation, stories and companionship
Supporting with some health tasks — e.g. catheter care, stoma care, nail care (full training provided)
No previous care experience? No problem, we’ll train, support and cheer you on from day one.
Why you’ll love working with us
Roles specifically available in CT4 – Lyminge, Etchinghill & Elham
Guaranteed Hours contracts (10–25/wk) for reliable income
£13.75–£15.00/hr + 35p per mile
Fully paid training & Care Certificate
Birthday and appreciation gifts
Pension & wellbeing support
Staff discounts & annual team events
Career progression — we’ll help you grow
Qualifications
What you’ll need:
Right to work in the UK
Full driving licence & access to a car
Clear English and good communication skills
A kind nature and willingness to learn