Home Care Assistant - Dartford, Bexley & West Gravesend

Mash Group; Dartford, Greater London; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Dartford is seeking a compassionate Home Care Assistant to join their award-winning team. The role involves providing essential care to clients with guaranteed hours, paid training, and a supportive office staff. It requires drivers with their own vehicle and business insurance. Flexible shifts and career progression opportunities are available, fostering a healthy work-life balance. Join a company where 97% of Care Professionals feel valued and proud of their work.

Benefits

£13.50 per hour

Double pay on peak days

Mileage allowance

Paid travel and waiting time

Paid DBS check

Guaranteed hours after probation

Paid training

£400 Refer a Friend bonus

Qualifications

• Drivers with their own vehicle & business insurance required.
• Full right to work in the UK is essential.
• Caring and reliable individuals are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 1-hour client visits without rushed calls.
• Provide hands-on support and training.
• Assist clients in their daily living activities.

Skills

Caring and reliable

Ability to work flexible hours

Strong community presence

Job description

Home Care Assistant - Dartford, Bexley & West Gravesend

Home Care Assistant Required – Join an Established and Respected Local Home Care Provider

Overview

Make a Difference. Feel Valued. Love Your Job. Looking for a role where your work truly matters? At Home Instead Dartford, we don’t just care for our clients — we care for you. Join an award‑winning home care team where you’re supported, appreciated, and given time to deliver outstanding care.

Pay & Benefits That Reward You

• £13.50 per hour (Monday – Sunday)
• Double pay on peak days
• Extra pay for picking up visits outside your usual hours
• 35p per mile mileage allowance
• Paid travel & waiting time
• Paid DBS check (refunded after successful probation)
• Guaranteed hours (20 or 30 hours per week) after probation
• Paid training – earn while you learn
• £400 Refer a Friend bonus

Flexible Work That Fits Around You

• Minimum 1-hour client visits — no rushed calls
• Flexible shifts between 06:45am – 21:30pm, 7 days a week
• Every other weekend availability required (minimum)
• Friendly, supportive office team always on hand
• Many Care Professionals stay with us for years
• Strong local community presence and involvement

Training, Support & Career Progression

• Clear pathways to Senior Care roles
• Hands‑on support from experienced Senior Carers
• Flexible training to suit your availability
• We invest in you from day one — your success is our success

Who We’re Looking For

• Caring, reliable people who want a meaningful career
• Those looking to grow and progress in the care sector
• Students, career changers, or those returning to work
• Drivers with their own vehicle & business insurance (essential)
• Full Right to work in the UK (essential)

Areas We Cover

• Dartford
• Bexley
• West Gravesend

Ready to Love Where You Work?

Join a market‑leading home care provider where 97% of Care Professionals say Home Instead is a GREAT place to work.

Apply today and start a career you can be proud of with Home Instead Dartford.