Care Assistant

Agincare; Bridport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Bridport seeks a compassionate Home Care Assistant to support individuals with personal care, medication administration, and companionship. No prior experience required as comprehensive training is provided. You will work flexible shifts, 7am to 10pm, and enjoy competitive pay rates including £12.50 per hour on weekdays and £13.00 on weekends. This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while being part of a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Mileage compensation

Career development opportunities

Fully funded training

Company pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary; comprehensive training provided.
• Must be passionate and motivated to help the community.
• Ability to work flexible shifts between 7am-10pm.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance.
• Administer medication and prepare meals.
• Offer companionship and support for light household tasks.

Skills

Good people skills

Empathy

Caring and compassionate nature

Positive team working ethos

Job description

Are you searching for a career that’s more than just a job—something truly rewarding where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? Whether you’re an experienced care professional ready for a fresh start, or someone new to care looking to step away from hospitality or retail into something more meaningful, we’d love to welcome you.

At Agincare, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading care providers, and we treat our team like family. As a Home Care Assistant in Bridport, you’ll bring comfort, dignity, and companionship to those who need it most—all while being supported every step of the way.

Where you'll be working

Bridport, also covering Lyme Regis & Beaminster.
Care Quality Commission rating: https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-4386897763

What is required from you

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
• Driving license and use of own car is desirable for this role, or some form of alternative transport.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts between 7am-10pm, including alternate weekends.

As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy

• £12.50 per hour Monday - Friday
• £13.00 per hour Saturday & Sunday
• Mileage – 32p per mile
• Enhanced rate for Cyclists
• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1000*
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

Daily Responsibilities

You’ll be a trusted companion and a vital support—helping with personal care, administering medication, preparing meals and snacks, and lending a hand with light household tasks. You may be asked to pop to the shops, share a warm conversation, or simply be there when someone needs you most. No two days are the same, but every moment matters.

About You

• You don’t need to have previous experience or qualifications in care; what’s important is that you are passionate, motivated, and want to help in your community.
• No experience necessary – we provide comprehensive training, free of charge.
• Good people skills and the ability to show strong empathy, with a caring and compassionate nature.
• A positive & professional team working ethos.
• Aligned to our company values.

About Agincare

We’re a family-run business that has been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, we are one of the UK’s largest care providers and continue to grow. We operate across more than 100 locations in England, including care and nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.

Agincare is a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant and is committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities. All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare, and we welcome applications from all.

*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions