Care Assistant

Job summary

Package Description: Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role. 10th September | 10am 2pm at the Dorchester Corn Exchange. You can book your place here to reserve your interview time: Book your place on Eventbrite or just turn up on the day. Could you be the reason someone smiles? Join us as a Home Care Assistant in Poole 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Home Care Assistant with Agincare UK, you will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of others. The role involves supporting individuals in Poole, helping with daily routines, personal care, shopping, meal preparation, and providing companionship and conversation. You don't need prior experience, just a compassionate nature and a desire to help. The job offers professional development through funded training and qualifications, flexible contracts, and a range of benefits, including a welcome bonus, paid mileage, and a discount package. Applicants must be female due to the nature of the role, as specified under the Equality Act 2010.

About us

Agincare UK is a leading family-owned care provider with over 5,500 team members nationwide. For 40 years, they have been delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations in the UK. They are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds. Agincare is a supporter of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. Their adult services are regulated by the CQC, and children's services by Ofsted. Currently, they do not offer visa sponsorship and seek to help communities with outstanding service.

Details

• Date posted: 05 September 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 1547440979
• Job locations: Agincare UK, Poole, BH15 2PG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role.

10th September | 10am 2pm at the Dorchester Corn Exchange.

You can book your place here to reserve your interview time: Book your place on Eventbrite or just turn up on the day.

Could you be the reason someone smiles?

Join us as a Home Care Assistant in Poole 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.

*Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is because the role involves providing personal care to women, where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy.*

• Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5).
• Flexible contracts to work around you
• £500 welcome bonus*andRefer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
• Up to £13.50 an hour and mileage paid - 32p per mile
• 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 preferred
• 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