Healthcare Homes is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join the friendly team at Ashley Gardens Nursing Home in Maidstone, Kent. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in residents’ lives by providing exceptional care, comfort, and companionship.
Applicants should be kind, caring, and committed to supporting others with dignity and respect. Full training and support are provided to ensure confidence in delivering the highest standard of care.
Bank shifts are available, offering flexibility to suit individual lifestyles and work–life balance. Join a trusted healthcare organisation that values its team and the people it supports.
Position: Care Assistant
Salary: £12.23 per hour
Job Type: Full Time / Part Time / Bank
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Job Summary
Care Assistant
Ashley Gardens, Maidstone
£12.60 per hour
Bank shifts available
Day shifts 8am – 8pm
Night shifts 8pm – 8am
Are you a naturally caring person and want to help make a difference in people’s lives?
If you are kind, compassionate and committed, we would love for you to join our care team at our lovely nursing home, Ashley Gardens
Ashley Gardens provides nursing and respite care, and care to people living with dementia. It is a friendly and welcoming home run by a team of committed, compassionate and caring staff who are dedicated to ensuring every resident gets the most out of their experience.
What would a typical day look like?
- Supporting individuals with personal care (hygiene, washing, dressing, etc.)
- Providing companionship and offering social interaction
- Maintaining accurate resident records
Whether you are an experienced care assistant or support worker or are looking to start a new career in a rewarding and fulfilling role we will provide you with a thorough induction and training programme to further develop your skills along with the support and guidance of a well-established team who truly value their colleagues.
In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Company Pension
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday pay
- Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
- Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
- Extensive training courses through our Healthcare Homes Academy
- Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities including Advanced Healthcare Practitioner
- Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
- Recognition and Long Service awards
Established in 2005, Healthcare Homes Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.
If you are looking for a new and rewarding role and want to be part of our growing team of healthcare professionals, then get in touch or apply today.
About Ashley Gardens
Ashley Gardens is located in Maidstone in Kent and is a short trip away from the town centre. We provide nursing and respite care, and care to people living with dementia.
Our team are highly skilled and qualified, with a high proportion of them having been in the business for 5-10 years. We pride ourselves on offering a diverse, enriching range of weekly activities and entertainment for our residents, putting them in the heart of everything we do.
Application Process
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Application Deadline
December 3rd, 2025