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Care Assistant- Weekends
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Care Assistant – Ashford & Surrounding Areas
Company Description
We’re looking for kind, reliable Care Assistants to support older adults across Ashford and surrounding areas.
You’ll be required to work on:
- Weekends – Mornings: 07:00–14:00 or Evenings: 16:00–22:00
- Guaranteed Hours Contracts available for extra security!
As a Care Assistant at At Home Instead, you will make someone’s day—from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave—with care and a friendly smile.
Our focus is on quality care, offering both companionship and personal support. Clients can live safely, comfortably, and with dignity.
Job Description
**Care as it should be—**unhurried, personal, rewarding.
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At Home Instead, we provide at least an hour per visit, allowing you to focus on what matters: making someone feel safe, comfortable, and valued.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll support older adults with:
- Personal care and mobility
- Meal preparation or making a comforting cuppa
- Maintaining a tidy, safe home environment
- Sharing stories, laughter, and companionship
- Assisting with health-related tasks (e.g., catheter care, stoma care, nail care) – Training provided
Thankfully, no prior care experience is essential—we’ll train, support, and guide you from day one.
Why Work With Us?
A rewarding role with opportunities for growth and flexible hours. Benefits include: ✔ Guaranteed Hours contracts (10–25 hours/week) – steady, reliable income ✔ £15.50–£15.70 per hour (+ 35p per mile) ✔ Fully paid training & Care Certificate ✔ Birthday and appreciation gifts ✔ Pension & wellbeing support ✔ Staff discounts + annual team events ✔ Real career progression – we’ll help you grow!
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Qualifications & Requirements
What you’ll need:
- Right to work in the UK
- Full driving licence & access to a car
- Clear English & good communication skills
Next Steps
Join a team where care is done the right way. Apply now and change lives, one visit at a time.
Date Advert Closes: 11 July 2026 Compensation: £15.5 – £15.7 per hour
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