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Medway Social Care

Care AssistantNHS

Medway, ME5 7JZ Permanent Negotiable
Posted 18 August 2026 Closing date 16 September 2026
Gillingham (Kent) Rail Station (1.3 miles away) Chatham Railway Station (1.4 miles away)

Job summary

Could you be the reason someone smiles? Join us as a Home Care Assistant in Medway and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care. Theres something truly special about helping others live with dignity and joy, especially in their own home. Whether its sharing a cup of tea and a good chat, helping with daily routines and personal care, or being that friendly face that brightens a clients morning, youre giving more than care youre giving connection. And the best part? You get just as much back. The gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you. What we offer Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5). Flexible contracts to work around you Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000* Up to £13.40 an hour and mileage paid - 32p per mile Blue Light care discount package Company pension scheme On demand pay The Role of a Home Carer: Supporting people with their daily routines, includin

Main duties of the job

Join us as a Home Care Assistant in Medway to make a real difference in people's lives. You'll be helping others live with dignity and joy in their own homes by assisting with daily routines and personal care. Your role will involve supporting individuals, helping with shopping, preparing meals, and providing companionship. Agincare offers outstanding career development with fully funded training, flexible contracts, and a refer-a-friend scheme where you can earn up to £1000. You'll be paid up to £13.40 an hour with mileage compensated at 32p per mile. Additional benefits include a Blue Light care discount package and a company pension scheme. You should have a warm, caring nature, strong people skills, and be flexible to work alternating weekends. A full UK driving license and a minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK are required. Although no previous care experience is necessary, having the right attitude is essential.

Job description

Package Description: Could you be the reason someone smiles?Join us as a Home Care Assistant in Medway and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care.

Theres something truly special about helping others live with dignity and joy, especially in their own home.Whether its sharing a cup of tea and a good chat, helping with daily routines and personal care, or being that friendly face that brightens a clients morning, youre giving more than care youre giving connection.

And the best part? You get just as much back. The gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you.

What we offer

  • Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5).
  • Flexible contracts to work around you
  • Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
  • Up to £13.40 an hour and mileage paid - 32p per mile
  • Blue Light care discount package
  • Company pension scheme
  • On demand pay

The Role of a Home Carer:

  • Supporting people with their daily routines, including household tasks and personal care
  • Helping with shopping, preparing nutritious meals, and making a comforting cup of tea
  • Providing companionship, a listening ear, and friendly conversation
  • Helping with medication

About you:Above all, were looking for someone kind, compassionate, and genuinely passionate about helping others.You dont need previous care experience or qualifications; if you have the right attitude and a caring nature, we can teach you the rest.

Youll bring:

  • A warm, caring, and compassionate approach to supporting others
  • Strong people skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships
  • A supportive, professional, and team-focused mindset
  • A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK (please note we are currently unable to offer sponsorship)
  • A full UK driving licence
  • Flexibility to work alternating weekends

If youve got a kind heart, a listening ear, and a desire to make a clients world a little brighterwhile learning new, valuable skills and continuing your developmentwed love you to join our team.

About usFor 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

About us

Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK for 40 years. With over 5,500 team members nationwide, they are one of the leading family-owned care providers in the country. Agincare delivers high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. They are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Agincare is a proud supporter of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. They place a strong emphasis on quality, with all adult services regulated by the CQC and children's services by Ofsted. While they currently cannot offer visa sponsorships, they encourage exploration of other vacancies available on their website.

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