Domiciliary Care Assistant – £14/ hr + Paid Travel Time (Canterbury & Surrounding Areas) in Herne Bay inHerne Bay PUBLISHED MON 15 SEP 2025 Jump to job information section
£14-£ per year
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Job description
Paid travel time at £12.21/hr plus 35p/mile — makes driving between calls financially worthwhile for carers with a car.
Guaranteed 10 hrs/week contract (not zero‑hours) with pathway to 20+ hrs — stability for those balancing family or other work.
Paid training and a free work phone — stay safe, connected and confident on visits; ideal if you’re new to care.
5% annual pay rises and clear career progression — genuine chances to increase pay and responsibility over time.
Flexible morning, evening shifts and a local patch (Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay) — less travel and better work/life fit.
Supportive, friendly team with predictable alternate weekends — camaraderie plus a reliable weekend rota for planning family life.
💷 £14.00 per hour starting rate
🚗 Paid travel time (£12.21/hr) + 35p mileage
📱 Paid training & free work phone
📈 Guaranteed 10 hrs/week, with pathway to 20+ hrs/week
📅 Alternate weekends required
Why Join Us?
We believe great carers deserve great support. That’s why we guarantee hours, pay fairly for your travel time, and offer clear progression.
- Guaranteed 10 hrs/week contract (not zero-hours)
- Ongoing career progression with 5% annual pay rises
- Flexible shifts: mornings, evenings & weekends
- A supportive, friendly care team that values your work
What You’ll Do
- Provide personal care, companionship & mobility support in clients’ homes
- Work in Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay and nearby areas
- Follow personalised care plans & update records accurately
- Support clients with meal prep, daily living, and safe mobility
- Build trusted relationships with families and professionals
What We’re Looking For
- Previous care experience (ideally domiciliary care)
- Full UK driving licence & own vehicle
- Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Compassion, reliability, and good communication
We welcome applications from those new to care if you have the right values — full training is provided.
Benefits
- £14.00/hour starting rate, with 5% annual increases
- Paid travel time (£12.21/hr) + mileage at 35p/mile
- Paid training and work phone provided
- Career progression opportunities
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and join a care company that values your time, your experience, and your commitment.
🚗 Paid travel time (£12.21/hr) + 35p mileage
📱 Paid training & free work phone
📈 Guaranteed 10 hrs/week, with pathway to 20+ hrs/week
📅 Alternate weekends required
Why Join Us?
We believe great carers deserve great support. That’s why we guarantee hours, pay fairly for your travel time, and offer clear progression.
- Guaranteed 10 hrs/week contract (not zero-hours)
- Ongoing career progression with 5% annual pay rises
- Flexible shifts: mornings, evenings & weekends
- A supportive, friendly care team that values your work
What You’ll Do
- Provide personal care, companionship & mobility support in clients’ homes
- Work in Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay and nearby areas
- Follow personalised care plans & update records accurately
- Support clients with meal prep, daily living, and safe mobility
- Build trusted relationships with families and professionals
What We’re Looking For
- Previous care experience (ideally domiciliary care)
- Full UK driving licence & own vehicle
- Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Compassion, reliability, and good communication
We welcome applications from those new to care if you have the right values — full training is provided.
Benefits
- £14.00/hour starting rate, with 5% annual increases
- Paid travel time (£12.21/hr) + mileage at 35p/mile
- Paid training and work phone provided
- Career progression opportunities
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and join a care company that values your time, your experience, and your commitment.
Paid travel time at £12.21/hr plus 35p/mile — makes driving between calls financially worthwhile for carers with a car.
Guaranteed 10 hrs/week contract (not zero‑hours) with pathway to 20+ hrs — stability for those balancing family or other work.
Paid training and a free work phone — stay safe, connected and confident on visits; ideal if you’re new to care.
5% annual pay rises and clear career progression — genuine chances to increase pay and responsibility over time.
Flexible morning, evening shifts and a local patch (Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay) — less travel and better work/life fit.
Supportive, friendly team with predictable alternate weekends — camaraderie plus a reliable weekend rota for planning family life.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
See the job description for full role requirements.
Benefits
Paid travel time at £12.21/hr plus 35p/mile — makes driving between calls financially worthwhile for carers with a car.; Guaranteed 10 hrs/week contract (not zero‑hours) with pathway to 20+ hrs — stability for those balancing family or other work.; Paid training and a free work phone — stay safe, connected and confident on visits; ideal if you’re new to care.; 5% annual pay rises and clear career progression — genuine chances to increase pay and responsibility over time.; Flexible morning, evening shifts and a local patch (Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay) — less travel and better work/life fit.; Supportive, friendly team with predictable alternate weekends — camaraderie plus a reliable weekend rota for planning family life.
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