Care Assistant – Benfleet area

Home Instead

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South Benfleet, England, gb on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 25, 2026 Last posted February 25, 2026
Job description

Home Instead Basildon covers various areas but are looking for someone in the Benfleet area.

If you’re looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further. We’re looking for Care Professionals who have means of transport as you may have to escort clients to doctors appointments.

Care Assistant Benefits:

  • Excellent pay rates - from £12.20 to £13.20 per hour, plus £24.40 to £26.40 enhanced bank holiday rates
  • Minimum 1 hour calls– so you have the time needed with clients
  • Employee referral bonus programme -  £100 when employed for longer than 3 months
  • Mileage and travel time - 30p per mile
  • Training - fully paid award winning training and ongoing support, with genuine career development opportunities such as access to specialist training/ qualifications eg. City & Guilds.
  • Employee assistance programme - available 24/7 
  • Exclusive discounts scheme – at supermarkets, utility providers and more

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Professional is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same! With minimum 1 hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high quality, person-focused care.

Duties can include:

  • Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
  • Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
  • Accompanying to appointments or shopping
  • Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you!  Click apply today or call us at 01268 733820 to learn more.

About this role

Summary

Provide person-focused care, companionship, and support to clients in their homes.

Job title

Care Assistant – Benfleet area

Experience level

none specified

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

must be in South Benfleet, England, with remote work allowed

Salary

From £12.20 to £13.20 per hour, plus £24.40 to £26.40 enhanced bank holiday rates, and 30p per mile for travel.

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

drivingpersonal care

Preferred skills

companionshiplight houseworkcommunication

Specializations

companionshippersonal carehome care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

South Benfleet, Benfleet SS7, UK

Hybrid City