Wake Night Care Assistant

Home Instead

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Folkestone & Hythe District, England, gb on site Until 9/9/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 11, 2026 Last posted July 11, 2026
Job description

We are looking for Wake Night Care Assistants in the community of Folkestone and Hythe, Kent.

Working for Home Instead we hope will give you a tremendous sense of pride and work fulfilment as you are able to impact the lives of vulnerable people in our communities.

Working in our care team is more than just a job, we are one family and we support each other. We pull together to help each other in helping others and we are all working towards one goal-to help people live their best life, no mater their age, ability, health or state of mind. Everyone of our clients is special, and deserves the best care within their own home.

As a Wake Night Care Assistant, you'll provide essential support and peace of mind to our clients during overnight hours.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Ensuring client safety through regular checks and monitoring
  • Providing personal care, including continence care and mobility assistance
  • Administering medication as required
  • Offering companionship and emotional support
  • Performing light housekeeping and meal preparation when necessary

No Experience? No Problem!

You don’t need previous care experience — we’ll train, support, and cheer you on from day one.

We’re looking for people with the right values and attitude. For example:

  • Have you cared for a loved one or supported a family member?
  • Are you someone who can chat easily and make others feel at ease?
  • Do you enjoy helping people and making a difference in someone’s day?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

  • £15.50  per hour with minimum 8-10 hour shifts
  • Pension scheme and holiday pay
  • Ongoing support, paid training, and employee assistance programme

 

What You’ll Need

  • Right to work in the UK
  • Full driving licence and access to a car
  • Clear English and good communication skills
  • A warm, patient and caring nature 

And we will help and support you with the rest! 

Become a Care Professional with Home Instead Folkestone today.

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

📞 Call our Recruiter on 01303 760222
🌐 Or apply online at: Home Care Recruitment | Feel Good About Your Work | Home Instead

Compensation (from employer):
15.5 – 15.7 GBP (HOURLY)

About this role

Summary

Provide overnight care, safety checks, personal support, and emotional companionship to clients.

Job title

Wake Night Care Assistant

Experience level

none

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Folkestone & Hythe District, remote work not allowed

Salary

£1k–£2k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

clear Englishgood communication skillscaring nature

Preferred skills

supportive attitudeprevious caregiving experience

Specializations

personal carecompanionshipmedication administrationmobility assistance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site