Care Assistant

Join our team as a Care Assistant in Medway!

We strive to provide safe and compassionate care to our clients across Medway, promoting and supporting their choice of independence within their own homes.

At Tiger Lily Care we are dedicated to expanding our reach throughout Kent so more people in need can receive the high-quality, compassionate care they deserve.

Starting from humble beginnings as a one-woman-band in 2012, Tiger Lily Care has now grown to a 20+ strong team of superb carers, caring for clients across Medway.

We deliver exceptional care to the residents of Medway, in whatever form truly benefits them, whether that's trips out to the shops, or four double-handed calls a day to bathe, toilet, cook and clean.

Compassion & Respect – Every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, kindness, and understanding. Our care is always personal, never just a service.

Empowering Our Team – Exceptional care starts with exceptional carers. We invest in our team, providing training, support, recognition, and appreciation to help them be the best they can be.

Independence & Quality of Life – We believe in enabling those we care for to live as independently as possible, supporting their choices and dignity at every step.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in care homes or through home care services, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well‑being. You will be responsible for implementing care plans and assisting with daily activities, fostering a positive environment that promotes independence and dignity for our clients.

• Assist clients with daily activities such as personal care, bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
• Assist with or administer prescribed medications to residents, following guidelines and training provided.
• Prepare meals and assist clients with eating and drinking as needed.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, encouraging social interaction and engaging in activities.
• Support with light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in clients' homes.
• Accurately document care provided and any changes in clients' conditions via our digital care app.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

• Previous experience in a home care or care home setting is preferred but not essential. We're more than happy to put you through full training to get you up to speed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a compassionate and patient nature, strong observational skills, and the ability to work independently while working with our wider team.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Right to work in the UK, and flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Full UK Driving Licence (very much preferred)

• £12.45/hr Weekdays and £13.35/hr Weekends
• Mileage reimbursed (35p per mile)
• Enhanced pay on bank holidays
• £5 per month contribution to your mobile phone
• Annual pay reviews
• Guaranteed hours or flexible working (full or part‑time) available
• Paid training and induction
• Referral fee schemes (recruitment and clients)
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Uniform, PPE, and DBS checks are always free

We offer a range of contract types and working patterns that enable you to balance your work and personal life. Varying from fixed guaranteed hours, to a zero hour contract.

We support our team's growth with fully funded training from day one, and offer advanced courses and progression opportunities within the organisation throughout their tenure with us.

If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of others and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Care Assistant.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.