Healthcare Assistant - East Kent

Contract: Permanent Schedule: 27 hours per week, distributed over three shifts; Monday to Saturday Shift hours:10:00pm 7:00am Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, Band 2 (AFC-aligned): £12.92 per hour, plus a generous 41% uplift as a night shift enhancement. Location: Community-Based Canterbury What we are looking for Experience providing hands-on care in a health or social care setting, ideally including end-of-life or community-based care. A compassionate, person-centred approach and the ability to support patients and families with dignity and empathy. Confidence working independently during night shifts while also contributing positively to a wider multidisciplinary team. Good communication skills, emotional resilience, and a calm, professional approach in sensitive situations. NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is desirable, but not essential. A valid driving license and access to a car are essential, as you will travel to patients homes across the

Marie Curie. Additional Information This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply. At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion

community. 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 & Cs apply) Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance Whats in it for you: 27 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated) Enhanced night-time pay and mileage allowance of 45p per mile Ongoing training, continuous professional development and industry-leading learning programmes Blue Light Card, Benefit Hub discounts, life assurance and wellbeing support A meaningful role in a respected charity where your work has genuine impact every day Advert Closes:23-June-2026 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 working for