Home Instead- Folkestone, Hythe and Ashford • Folkestone, Kent
About this role
We’re looking for kind, reliable Care Assistants to support older adults across Folkestone and Hythe, Kent.
You need to be able to work 16:00-22:00 and alternate Weekends, with Guaranteed Hours Contracts available for extra security.
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.
Job Description
Care as it should be — unhurried, personal, rewarding.
At Home Instead, we give you the time to make a difference. Our visits are at least an hour long, so you can focus on what matters — helping someone feel safe, comfortable and valued.
You’ll be supporting older adults with things like
Personal care and mobility
Making a meal or a comforting cuppa
Keeping their home tidy and safe
Sharing stories, laughter and companionship
Supporting with some health tasks — e.g. catheter care, stoma care, nail care (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
Guaranteed Hours contracts available (10–15/wk) — steady, reliable income
£14.25–£15.70/hr + 35p per mile
Fully paid training & Care Certificate
Birthday and appreciation gifts
Pension & wellbeing support
Staff discounts and annual team events
Real 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
Join a team where care is done the right way. Apply now — and change lives, one visit at a time.