We currently have a limited-time £300 Joining Bonus for applicants in January 2026 only!
Please note that we are not offering sponsorship for this position. We are looking for passionate and caring people to join our Healthcare team and help us make a positive difference in people’s lives. Working with Community Lifeline is more than just a job; this highly respected position is an opportunity to make an impact in your community.
We aim to provide a high level of person-centred and professional services by Putting People First. One of our carers won the KiCA Kent Care Award in 2021 for doing just that, and we’ve been finalists every year since. If you join our Community Lifeline team, you may just become a finalist or award-winner yourself! Requirements
1. Full UK driver’s license with a vehicle that is road-taxed and insured.
2. Available to work one shift every other weekend
3. Right to work in the UK
4. A caring manner and commitment to helping people
5. Be friendly, kind, and considerate
6. Communicate effectively and responsively
7. Uphold dignity, independence, and confidentiality
8. Good at listening and understanding body language
9. Work well within a team that can motivate each other
10. Complete any training that is given
11. Be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS, and be willing to undertake a DBS check
Key Responsibilities
12. Clearly communicate and liaise with the office staff regarding attendance, travelling, and responsibilities
13. Provide emotional and social support
14. Carefully read care plans
15. Write honest, correct, and accurate reports
16. Assist and administer medication, including monitoring diabetes and blood pressure
17. Assist with hygiene: showering, washing, bathing, dressing, undressing
18. Assist with the mobility of a client, including the use of equipment such as hoists and standing aids, moving about their home, and getting out and about
19. Continence support
20. Hair and nail care
21. Assist with nutrition/ hydration needs, such as preparing meals and drinks; assisting those unable to feed themselves; ensuring each client receives quality meals/ diets they have requested/ food suitable for their needs
Training
22. You don’t need to have previous experience in care work, but if you do, we offer fast-track induction training for those who qualify. T’s and C’s apply.
23. Training will be given to anyone new to the industry. Once you have completed your training, you will shadow one of our experienced care heroes until you feel comfortable on your own
24. Full training is given to gain a care certificate
Benefits
25. £300 JOINING BONUS for January 2026 applicants, given after a 6-month employment retention period.
26. Refer-A-Friend bonus scheme
27. Paid holidays
28. Higher Rate on Bank Holidays
29. Special Rate on Christmas Day
30. Tax-exempt mileage allowance of 30p per mile between client homes
31. A support mentor is allocated during your probation period
32. Free uniform and PPE provided
33. Progression within the company
34. You will be eligible for a Blue Light Card
35. Cycle-to-Work e-bike scheme in partnership with Eskuta