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Care Assistant

The closing date is 12 April 2026

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Job summary

This role as a Care Assistant with Agincare UK in Ferndown offers a rewarding and flexible career that truly makes a difference in people's lives. The job involves providing compassionate care and support to clients in their own homes, helping them to maintain their independence and live with dignity. No prior experience is required, as the company provides comprehensive training to help you develop the necessary skills and knowledge.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting clients with their daily routines and personal care, such as helping with washing, dressing, and meal preparation. You will also provide companionship and emotional support, ensuring that clients feel comfortable and valued. The role requires a full UK driving license, as you will need to travel to various client locations. Agincare UK offers excellent career development opportunities, with the possibility of progressing to higher-level care roles or management positions.

About us

Agincare UK is a family-run care provider that has been operating 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 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 support to its clients, and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Details

Date posted

11 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.50 to £13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1457583100

Job locations

Agincare UK

Ferndown

BH22 9AT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Could you be the reason someone smiles today?If you have a full UK driving licence, compassion and a desire for a new career that truly makes a difference we would love to hear from you.

Theres something extremely special about helping others live with dignity, comfort and joy especially in their own homes.

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 teaand 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
  • £500 welcome bonus*
  • £12.50 per hour Monday - Friday
  • £13.50 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 them
About you

No 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 UK
Where you'll be working
  • Ferndown - Care at Home in Ferndown | Quality Domiciliary Home Care | Agincare
  • Care Quality Commission rating - Agincare UK Ferndown - Care Quality Commission
About Agincare

Were 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).

FDSP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Could you be the reason someone smiles today?If you have a full UK driving licence, compassion and a desire for a new career that truly makes a difference we would love to hear from you.

Theres something extremely special about helping others live with dignity, comfort and joy especially in their own homes.

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 teaand 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
  • £500 welcome bonus*
  • £12.50 per hour Monday - Friday
  • £13.50 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 them
About you

No 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 UK
Where you'll be working
  • Ferndown - Care at Home in Ferndown | Quality Domiciliary Home Care | Agincare
  • Care Quality Commission rating - Agincare UK Ferndown - Care Quality Commission
About Agincare

Were 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).

FDSP

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No prior experience is required for this role, as Agincare UK provides comprehensive training. However, applicants must have a full UK driving license and at least 12 months remaining on their right to work in the UK.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No prior experience is required for this role, as Agincare UK provides comprehensive training. However, applicants must have a full UK driving license and at least 12 months remaining on their right to work in the UK.

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

Ferndown

BH22 9AT


Employer's website

https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Agincare

Address

Agincare UK

Ferndown

BH22 9AT


Employer's website

https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Agincare UK

Recruitment@agincare.com

Details

Date posted

11 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.50 to £13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1457583100

Job locations

Agincare UK

Ferndown

BH22 9AT


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