Home Care Assistant

Avante Care & Support Ltd; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established non-profit care provider in Bexleyheath is seeking a dedicated Home Care Assistant to support older adults overnight. The role includes travel between visits and participation in essential training. Successful candidates will receive competitive pay of £12.21 per hour along with several benefits such as mileage reimbursement and flexible contracts. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of seniors and participate in a supportive community.

Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

Travel Time Pay

Free DBS Check

Paid Training & Diplomas

Paid Holidays

Flexible Schedule

Wellness Access

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving license and work authorization required.
• Experience in care for older adults is essential.
• Flexibility in working hours preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight support to service users in their accommodations.
• Travel between visits and provide care as needed.
• Participate in training programs and maintain service standards.

Skills

Experience in Sleep in or Waking Nights care

Job description

# Home Care Assistant - Sleep in & Waking Service## Job Introduction---**Join the Avante Care & Support Family — Where Compassion Meets Opportunity!****Sleep in and Waking Package – Make a Difference While Doing What You Love!**At **Avante Care & Support**, we're more than just a well-established not-for-profit — we're a vibrant, dynamic community dedicated to transforming lives! We proudly serve over **1,000 older adults** through exceptional home care and welcoming care homes.To banish helplessness, loneliness, and boredom from the lives of older adults! We’re on an exciting mission to empower seniors to live their best lives. If you’re passionate about making a real difference and redefining care, then you’re exactly who we’re looking for — and we can’t wait to meet you!Must havesExperience in Sleep in, Waking Nights or over night Care is Essential* **Mileage Reimbursement:** Get 35p per mile for travel costs.* **Travel Time Pay:** Earn up to £8.00 per hour when traveling between visits.* **Flexible Contracts:** Choose between zero hours or fixed hours — we work around you!* **Free DBS Check:** We cover all costs, so nothing stands in your way.* **Essentials Provided:** Mobile phone and uniform, on us!* **Wellness Access:** Connect to GPs, physiotherapists, and counselors online — your health matters!* **Paid Training & Diplomas:** Grow your skills and advance your career with our full training programs.* **Career Growth:** Climb the professional ladder and build a rewarding future.* **Paid Holidays:** Enjoy 28 days of paid leave, including bank holidays.* **Flexible Schedule:** Work from 8pm to 8am (overnight stays in service users’ accommodations included).**Please Note:****Sponsorship isn’t available for this role.****A valid UK driving license and work authorization are required.****Join us at Avante Care & Support** — where every day is an opportunity to bring hope, happiness, and independence to those who need it most.**Get in touch today — together, let’s change the face of care!****\*Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Unfortunately, we cannot notify those who are not selected at the shortlisting stage. Thank you for your interest in Avante Care & Support!\*****\*(All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.)\***### Home Care Assistant - Sleep in & Waking Service* **Salary** £12.21 - £12.21* **Frequency** Hourly* **Job Reference** avantecare/TP/285/681* **Contract Type** Relief/ Bank/ Casual* **Closing Date** 8 March, 2026* **Job Category** Front line operations* **Service/ Department** Home Care & ASB* **Location** Bexleyheath, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 6 February, 2026