Care Assistant

Job summary

Could you be the reason someone smiles? Join us as a Home Care Assistant at Dora Matthews and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care. Theres something truly special about helping others live with dignity and joy, especially in their own home. Whether its sharing a cup of tea and a good chat, helping with daily routines and personal care, or being that friendly face that brightens a clients morning, youre giving more than care youre giving connection. And the best part? You get just as much back. The gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you. What we offer Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5). Flexible contracts to work around you £12.75 an hour Blue Light care discount package Company pension scheme On demand pay The Role of a Home Carer: Supporting people with their daily routines, including household tasks and personal care Helping with shopping, preparing nutritious meals, and making a comforting cup of tea Providing companionship, a listening ear, and friendly conversation Helping with medication About you: Above all, were looking for someo

Main duties of the job

Join us as a Home Care Assistant at Agincare UK in Coleford. You will make a real difference in people's lives by building a rewarding career in care. As a Home Carer, you will support individuals with their daily routines, including household tasks and personal care. The role involves helping with shopping, preparing nutritious meals, assisting with medication, and providing companionship. We offer outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications up to QCF level 5. The job comes with a flexible contract to suit your needs, a £12.75 hourly wage, a Blue Light care discount package, a company pension scheme, and on-demand pay. We are looking for someone with a warm, caring, and compassionate approach willing to support others. You do not need previous care experience or qualifications as we provide all the necessary training for those with the right attitude and a caring nature. A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK is required, along with a full UK driving licence and flexibility to work alternating weekends.

About us

Agincare UK is one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, boasting over 40 years of experience supporting communities across the UK. With a workforce of more than 5,500 team members, Agincare is noted for delivering high-quality care and support services in over 170 locations nationwide. Agincare is a proud supporter of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All its adult services are regulated by the CQC, and children's services are regulated by Ofsted. Agincare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. However, please note that the organisation currently cannot offer visa sponsorship. If this particular role is not a suitable match, Agincare encourages exploring other available vacancies on their career page at www.agincare.com/careers.

Details

• Date posted: 14 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £12.75 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1563203387
• Job locations: Agincare UK, Coleford, GL16 8BA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Could you be the reason someone smiles?

Join us as a Home Care Assistant at Dora Matthews and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care.

Theres something truly special about helping others live with dignity and joy, especially in their own home. Whether its sharing a cup of tea and a good chat, helping with daily routines and personal care, or being that friendly face that brightens a clients morning, youre giving more than care youre giving connection.

And the best part? You get just as much back. The gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you.

• Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5).
• Flexible contracts to work around you
• £12.75 an hour
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay
• Supporting people with their daily routines, including household tasks and personal care
• Helping with shopping, preparing nutritious meals, and making a comforting cup of tea
• Providing companionship, a listening ear, and friendly conversation
• Helping with medication

Above all, were looking for someone kind, compassionate, and genuinely passionate about helping others. You dont need previous care experience or qualifications; if you have the right attitude and a caring nature, we can teach you the rest.

• A warm, caring, and compassionate approach to supporting others
• Strong people skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships
• A supportive, professional, and team-focused mindset
• A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK (please note we are currently unable to offer sponsorship)
• A full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to work alternating weekends

If youve got a kind heart, a listening ear, and a desire to make a clients world a little brighterwhile learning new, valuable skills and continuing your developmentwed love you to join our team.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers