Job Description We are looking for a committed and empathetic Healthcare Assistant to become part of our community team in West Kent / Maidstone Area, delivering comprehensive, person-centred end-of-life care and support for individuals within their own homes. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and assisting with the maintenance of patients’ skin integrity and personal hygiene, observing and supporting nutritional needs, attending to comfort requirements to facilitate rest and sleep, providing mobility support, and maintaining a clean and orderly care environment. As a Healthcare Assistant you will practice empathetic communication with the patient and those important to them in a supportive, professional manner and provide high quality personal care and support to enhance wellbeing. Contract: Permanent, Reduced hours Work Schedule: 9 Hours per Week, Monday to Saturday Coverage Shift hours: 10:00pm – 7:00am / 1 Shift per week Salary: £12.51 Per Hour Location: Community-Based – West Kent / Maidstone Area What we’re looking for: At least six months of recent experience providing care in a Health or Social Care Environment, including caring for patients at the end of life. NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (preferred, not required). Be person-centred and compassionate when caring for the person and those important to them. Ability to develop and evaluate care management plans that meet the complex needs of the person, and those important to them. Emotional resilience and the capacity to work independently. A valid driving license and access to a car for travel to patient homes are required. Marie Curie Benefits Package: Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%) Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Help with eyecare cost (T & C’s apply) Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance – for all employees What's in it for you : Annual leave allowance - 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated) Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Continuous Professional development – (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development) Industry leading training programmes Mileage allowance of 45p per mile Generous Enhancements To view the job description, please click here Advert Closes: 25-September-2025 Application Process To apply, please submit an online application and attach your most recent CV that outlines your experience, how you meet the person specification, and your interest in this role. For more information or an informal chat please contact ashish.sharma@mariecurie.org.uk