Care Assistant

Agincare; Minehead; On-site; GBP 11,020 - 17,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training up to QCF level

Flexible contracts

Up to £12.75 an hour

Blue Light care discount

Company pension

On demand pay

Job summary

Agincare is hiring a Home Care Assistant to support clients in their own homes across the UK. The role focuses on dignity, companionship, and practical support with daily activities and personal care.

No prior care experience is required; a kind, patient attitude and willingness to learn are valued. You will join a team that values flexibility, development, and making a real difference in people’s lives.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and genuinely passionate about helping others.
• No care experience or qualifications required; right attitude and caring nature can be taught.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships and support others.

Responsibilities

• Sleep night shifts (10pm–7am) availability.
• Assist with daily routines and personal care.
• Help with shopping, meals, and making a comforting cup of tea.
• Provide companionship and friendly conversation.
• Assist with medication as needed.

Skills

Caring approach

People skills

Team mindset

Right to work in UK

Full UK driving licence

Flexible weekends

Job description

Could you be the reason someone smiles?

Join us as a Home Care Assistant in/at (location) and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care.

Package Description

Could you be the reason someone smiles?

Join us as a Home Care Assistant in/at (location) and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care.

There’s something truly special about helping others live with dignity and joy, especially in their own home. Whether it’s sharing a cup of tea and a good chat, helping with daily routines and personal care, or being that friendly face that brightens a client’s morning, you’re giving more than care… you’re 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
• Up to £12.75 an hour
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

The Role Of a Home Carer

• Availability for sleeping nights shifts (10pm-7am)
• 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, we’re looking for someone kind, compassionate, and genuinely passionate about helping others. You don’t need previous care experience or qualifications; if you have the right attitude and a caring nature, we can teach you the rest.

You’ll Bring

• 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 you’ve got a kind heart, a listening ear, and a desire to make a client’s world a little brighter—while learning new, valuable skills and continuing your development,we’d love you to join our team.

About Us

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 country’s 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 isn’t the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers