Location: Sittingbourne and surrounding Kent areas

Contract: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: Option A — 8:00–18:00, four days per week; Option B — 7.5 hours per day, five days per week; weekend and night work may be required for short‑notice cover.

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience, plus benefits.

Why join Premara Care

Premara Care is a nurse‑led, locally focused staffing service that supports care homes across Swale and surrounding Kent areas. We prioritise reliability, continuity and compassionate, person‑centred care; our teams are selected for both skill and attitude and supported with clear communication and professional development.

Key responsibilities

Support registered nurses by carrying out observations, basic clinical tasks and assisting with care plans.
Provide personal care including assistance with mobility, toileting, feeding and dignity‑preserving support.
Maintain accurate records of observations, handovers and any incidents in line with client policies.
Prepare and support clinics and procedures as required by the placement, including assisting with safe moving and handling.
Stock and environment duties — ordering and maintaining supplies, completing daily checklists and supporting cleanliness.
Support audits and compliance by ensuring mandatory training and documentation are up to date and by following confidentiality and GDPR requirements.
Respond professionally to short‑notice and emergency cover requests, representing Premara Care with calmness and dependability.

Person specification / essential criteria

Previous HCA experience in care homes, residential or day‑case/outpatient settings.
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
Right to work in the UK and ability to pass pre‑employment checks (enhanced DBS, references, mandatory training).
Good communication skills, reliable timekeeping and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable: phlebotomy experience and prior exposure to supporting clinical procedures.

Benefits

Pension contribution and workplace benefits package.
Private health cover and flexible benefits options.
Paid training and career development opportunities within a growing, nurse‑led organisation.
Holiday entitlement and enhanced pay for nights/weekends where applicable.
Local, supportive team with clear communication and a commitment to staff wellbeing.

Compliance and safety

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, right‑to‑work verification, two references and confirmation of mandatory training. Premara Care follows robust recruitment and compliance processes aligned with CQC expectations to ensure audit‑ready records and safe placements.