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Care Assistant – Supporting Older Adults in Ashford & Surrounding Areas
About the Role
We’re looking for kind, reliable Care Assistants to support older adults in Ashford and surrounding areas. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives through caring, companionable, and personalised support.
If you have a caring heart and a friendly approach, you can enhance someone’s day—from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave.
At At Home Instead, our mission is clear: quality care that ensures clients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity. Your role will include personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, and light household tasks—all within a supportive, flexible environment.
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Your Responsibilities
As a Care Assistant, you’ll provide at least one-hour visits, allowing you to build meaningful connections with clients. Typical tasks may include:
- Personal care and mobility support
- Preparing meals, hot refreshments, or light snacks
- Keeping homes safe, tidy, and Organised
- Engaging in discussions, storytelling, and companionship
- Assisting with health-related tasks (e.g., catheter care, stoma care, nail care) — training provided
Whether you have prior care experience or are looking to start a new career, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Why Join At Home Instead?
This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to change lives, one visit at a time.
🔹 Guaranteed Hours contracts (10–20 hours per week) for steady, reliable income 🔹 Hourly pay: £14.25–£15.70 + 35p per mile 🔹 Fully paid training & Care Certificate 🔹 Birthday & appreciation gifts 🔹 Access to pension & wellbeing support 🔹 Staff discounts & annual team events 🔹 Real career progression—we’ll help you grow!
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Requirements
To apply, you’ll need:
- Right to work in the UK
- Full driving licence & access to a car (essential for visits)
- Clear English & strong communication skills
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Job closes: 11 June 2026
If you’re ready to join a team where care is done the right way, apply today and start making a positive impact!
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