Care Assistant

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City and County Healthcare Group’s Maidstone Complex SCP seeks a dedicated Care Assistant in Folkestone. The role pays £12.65 per hour with shifts: two 6-hour blocks (Mon and Fri 10 am to 4 pm) and a 9 am to 5 pm slot on Wednesday; a vehicle is required due to location. You’ll provide calm, patient, tailored care in the community with strong communication, safety awareness, and clear boundaries, and you must be ready to respond to medical situations such as seizures while coordinating with the client’s mother and team. Requirements: prior care experience and transport insurance. Benefits include pension, paid leave, enhanced DBS, cycle-to-work, refer a friend. Apply online today.

Company Description

Location: Folkestone, Kent

Pay Rate: £12.65 per hour

Shifts Available: Days only - 2 x 6-hour shifts (Monday & Friday 10 am - 4 pm) and 9 - 5 pm (Wednesday)

Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role

What we offer

Maidstone Complex SCP is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds.

What you’ll get

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

What you’ll do

The ideal candidate will be a patient, calm, and adaptable individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to tailor their approach to meet the client’s unique needs. They will be observant, safety-conscious, and capable of providing close supervision in the community to ensure the client’s well-being at all times.

Compassion, professionalism, and the ability to maintain clear boundaries are essential, particularly when managing challenging behaviours or navigating sensitive topics. Reliability and consistency are key, offering structure and reassurance while remaining confident in responding to medical emergencies such as seizures.

Strong teamwork and communication skills are also vital, enabling effective collaboration with the client’s mother and the wider care team to ensure high-quality, consistent care within the agreed home environment.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

Previous experience in the care sector is required inclusive of business insurance for your mode of transport.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Apply online today!