Care Assistants (weekdays & alternate weekends) **Drivers Only**

Home Instead

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Gillingham, England, gb on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted February 15, 2026 Last posted February 25, 2026
Job description

Company Description

Why just work when You Can Care?

**Full driving licence with access to a vehicle essential in order to support our clients to the fullest and must be available to work alternate weekends **

**Guaranteed Hours Contract to work across Gillingham, Rainham, Chatham & Rochester**

 Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With visits of one hour or more, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. 

·        5* Employer Award

·        Rated No.1 in the Elite top 100 Franchises 2020

·        Franchise of the Year Gold Winner in the British Franchise Awards

Job Description

We can offer you

  • Award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay
  • Excellent wages of £13 to £14 per hour, double pay for bank holiday
  • Paid Mileage
  • Paid Holiday
  • Mileage/40p per mile
  • Guaranteed hours contracts 
  • Refer a friend bonus – earn when you refer a friend
  • 100’s of online & in-store discounts to be used and enjoyed.
  • Paid Face to Face training + Online Learning and Development programme.
  • Paid meet & greet and shadow calls (prior to providing care)
  • No uniforms
  • DBS fully refunded
  • 20 days holiday a year plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
  • Matching you to clients based on similar interests and hobbies to help you and your client enjoy your time together.
  • Minimum visits of one hour so there is plenty of time to complete tasks and get to know your client.
  • A variety of shifts available.
  • Blue Light discount card and Exclusive discount scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (professional advice, practical information, resources and counselling)
  • Fully funded NVQ 2,3,4 & 5

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Assistant 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

Non Required.

 

Full Training will be Provided

Additional Requirements:

  • Must hold a valid UK Driving License 
  • Must have access to a car
  • Must have the Right to Work in the UK

Guaranteed contracts

Our shift pattern guarantees two weekend's off a month.

Additional information

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 01634557070 to learn more.

About this role

Summary

Provide person-focused care including companionship, personal support, and assistance with daily tasks to clients.

Job title

Care Assistants (weekdays & alternate weekends) Drivers Only

Experience level

none specified

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Gillingham, England; remote work not allowed

Salary

£13 to £14 per hour, double pay for bank holiday, paid mileage, paid holiday, mileage/40p per mile

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driving licenseaccess to a car

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

personal carecompanionshiphome careclient support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Gillingham, UK

On-site City