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Home Instead UK

Care Assistant, Days

Home Instead UK

. Support older adults across Folkestone and Hythe, Kent .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeAshford • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £14 - £16 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to provide personal care and mobility support to older adults while ensuring their safety, comfort, and dignity. Effective communication skills are essential for engaging with clients and providing companionship.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Personal Care SupportMobility AssistanceMeal PreparationCommunication SkillsFull Driving Licence

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills
Catheter CareStoma CareNail Care
Soft Skills
CompanionshipEngagement
Industry Keywords
Older Adults SupportHome CareHealth TasksSafetyDignity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support older adults across Folkestone and Hythe, Kent
  • Provide personal care and mobility support
  • Prepare meals and drinks
  • Keep clients’ homes tidy and safe
  • Provide companionship and engage in conversation
  • Support health tasks such as catheter care, stoma care, and nail care
  • Complete visits of at least one hour
  • Help clients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Full Driving Licence & access to a Car
  • Clear English and good communication skills
  • No previous care experience required; training provided
  • Availability for the 07:00–14:00 morning shift
  • Work alternate weekends

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Guaranteed Hours Contracts available (10–20/wk)
  • £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