Support people in their own homes and make a real difference every day.
Join the caring team at Papillon Home Care and help people remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes
.We are currently recruiting Home Care Assistants to support clients across Folkestone, Hythe, Hawkinge, Cheriton and Lympne.
Whether you’re looking to start a rewarding career in care or you’re an experienced carer looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
No experience? No problem! We provide full paid training and ongoing support.
Experienced carers with a DBS on the Update Service may be able to start immediately.
Hours Available:
- Flexible or guaranteed contracted hours available
- Care rounds operate between 7:00am and 9:00pm
- We offer early morning, day and evening rounds
- Every other weekend availability is required
- Please note: We are unable to offer school-hours-only positions
- This is a community-based home care role, not a care home position
About the RoleAs a Home Care Assistant, you’ll provide compassionate, person-centred support to people in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life.No two days are the same, and the relationships you build with clients are one of the most rewarding parts of the role.Your duties may include:
- Personal care, including washing and dressing
- Medication support
- Preparing meals and drinks
- Companionship and emotional support
- Assisting with shopping, appointments and community outings
- Encouraging independence while promoting dignity and respect
Why Join Papillon Home Care?We believe our carers deserve to feel valued and supported. That’s why we offer:
- Competitive weekly pay from £14.28 per hour (including holiday pay) higher rates for NVQ3 qualified
- Paid mileage
- Paid training*
- Guaranteed contracted hours or flexible work
- Fully funded diploma qualifications
- Monthly staff prize draw
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Access to employee discount schemes
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme*
*Terms and conditions apply.
Essential Requirements - To apply, you must:
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle
- Be able to communicate confidently in spoken and written English
- Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check before employment
- Live within the areas we cover
Due to the personal care needs and expressed preferences of our service users, this position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the occupational requirement exemption under the Equality Act 2010. Our Male rounds are currently full.
About Papillon Home Care:
Papillon Home Care is a CQC-registered home care provider that has been delivering compassionate, person-centred care since 2018.We are passionate about helping people remain independent in the place they love most—their own home.
Our team is built on kindness, respect and professionalism, and we’re proud of the difference we make every day.
If you’re caring, reliable and looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference, we’d love to welcome you to the Papillon Home Care family.
Apply today and start a career that truly matters.
Pay: £14.28-£15.54 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Please confirm that you understand we are only taking on females at this time and some work is required every other weekend.
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
- UK Driving licence and own transport (required)
- address within Folkestone, Hythe, Hawkinge or the Marsh (required)
- DBS on the update service (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
