About this role
Job summary The Care Assistant role at Agincare UK in Dorchester offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. With a focus on companionship, care, and connection, this position provides the chance to make a positive impact while developing your skills and career. The company offers competitive pay, flexible contracts, and excellent training and development opportunities.
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant, you'll be responsible for providing compassionate, personalized care to clients in their homes. This includes assisting with daily routines, engaging in conversation and activities, and being a friendly, supportive presence. The role requires a kind and caring nature, strong people skills, and the ability to work alternate weekends. No prior experience is necessary, as Agincare UK provides comprehensive training to help you succeed.
About us Agincare UK is a family-run business that has been providing care and support services since 1986. With over 4,500 team members and 100+ locations across England, Agincare is one of the UK's largest care providers, offering a wide range of services including care homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care. The company is committed to providing high-quality care and prioritizes the well-being of its clients and employees.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:
Being a Home Care Assistant isnt just a job; its a calling filled with companionship, laughter and small moments that make a big difference.
All you need is a kind heart and a full UK driving licence, proof you have the right to work in the UK and well provide all the training, fully funded, and support you with exceptional career development opportunities every step of the way.
Whether its sharing a cup of tea and a good chat, helping with daily routines, or just being that friendly face that brightens someones morning, youre giving more than care youre giving connection.
And the best part?You get just as much back, the gratitude, the stories and the smiles that stay with you.
What We Offer Outstanding career development real opportunities to progress within care and management Fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Flexible contracts work that fits around your life £14.00 per hour Monday - Friday £14.20 per hour Saturday & Sunday Refer a Friend scheme earn up to £1,000* Mileage paid at 32p per mile Blue Light Card discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay access your wages when you need themAbout youNo experience? No problem!We believe compassion cant be taught, so if you have the heart for helping others, well teach you everything else.
Were looking for people who:
Have a full UK driving licence Bring a kind, caring and compassionate nature Have good people skills and enjoy connecting with others Can work alternate weekends Have at least 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UKWhere you'll be working Dorchester - https://www.agincare.com/home-care/dorset/domiciliary-care-dorchester/ Care Quality Commission rating - https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-134638646About AgincareWere a family-run business thats been supporting people since 1986.With over 4,500 team members and 100+ locations across England, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, offering care & nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in services.
As a Care Leaver Covenant signatory, we guarantee interviews or informal career chats for care leavers. All our services are CQC regulated, and were proud to be an equal opportunities employer.Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.
Refer-a-friend bonuses apply (T&Cs apply).
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
No previous experience is required, as Agincare UK will provide all the necessary training. The main requirements are a full UK driving license, the right to work in the UK, and a kind, caring, and compassionate nature.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Agincare
Address Agincare UK
Dorchester
DT1 1RX
Employer's website https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)