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Senior Care Assistant


Location
Weymouth, England
Salary
£13.46 an hour
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Deadline
08 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
09 Jul 2026
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Job summary

Be the helping hand that changes someone's day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day. This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. What we offer: £13.46 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000) Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay Were looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Must hold a Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3) 42 hours per week, including alternate weekends A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities Your role: Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence Administer medication safely and accurately Contribute to and review care plans Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement Support and guide team members, stepping up when needed Supporting people to live with comfort and joy in a place they call home is something truly special and youll feel that difference every day.

Main duties of the job

Join Agincare as a Senior Care Assistant, where your experience and compassion can make a genuine difference daily. Your role will involve leading high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents with personal care, and administering medication precisely and safely. Additionally, you'll contribute to reviewing care plans, lead activities and outings, and guide team members. Offered at £13.46 per hour, the position includes perks like a refer-a-friend scheme, career development opportunities, and a company pension scheme. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for at least 12 months and hold or pursue a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care. Youll work 42 hours per week, including alternate weekends, in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been a cornerstone of care in the UK, proudly serving communities with a commitment to high-quality support. The organisation, one of the leading family-owned care providers, employs over 5,500 team members across more than 170 locations. Agincare values inclusivity and diversity, welcoming applicants from all walks of life and supporting the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community with guaranteed interviews for eligible candidates. Dedicated to delivering CQC and Ofsted-regulated adult and childrens services, Agincare ensures a robust and supportive environment for employees committed to improving the lives of residents and clients alike.

Details

  • Date posted: 09 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £13.46 an hour
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time
  • Reference number: 1525067209
  • Job locations: Agincare Homes Holdings, Amersham, HP6 6EJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Be the helping hand that changes someone's day.

Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge?Join the Agincare family at Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day.

This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for.

  • £13.46 per hour
  • Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000)
  • Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
  • Blue Light discount package
  • Company pension scheme
  • On-demand pay
  • Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
  • Must hold a Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)
  • 42 hours per week, including alternate weekends
  • A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities
  • Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care
  • Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence
  • Administer medication safely and accurately
  • Contribute to and review care plans
  • Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement
  • Support and guide team members, stepping up when needed

Supporting people to live with comfort and joy in a place they call home is something truly special and youll feel that difference every day.

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 also 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.

able to offer visa sponsorship.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK. Must hold a Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3).

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