Care Assistant - Female Only - Driver only

Agincare; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training up to QCF 5

Flexible contracts

Refer a friend bonus

Hourly pay + mileage

Blue Light discount

Pension scheme

On demand pay

Job summary

Agincare is hiring a Home Carer in the United Kingdom. The role involves assisting with daily routines, personal care, shopping, meals, and companionship in clients’ homes.

Training is fully funded and no previous care experience is necessary if you have the right attitude and a caring nature. Applicants should have a full UK driving licence and access to their own car; there is a focus on flexible weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and caring nature.
• No prior care experience required; attitude matters and training is provided.
• Right to work in the UK and driving licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and personal care.
• Assist with shopping, meals and homemaking tasks.
• Provide companionship and conversation.
• Assist with medications as needed.

Skills

Empathy

People skills

Teamwork

Flexible weekends

Driving licence

Job description

Package Description

Could you be the reason someone smiles?

Join us as a Home Care Assistant and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care – No experience necessary

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.

*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.*

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
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
• Up to £13.90 an hour and mileage paid - 32p per mile
• 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, 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 and access to your own car
• Flexibility to work alternating weekends

If you’ve got a kind heart, a listening ear and a desire to make a clients world a little brighter, all while learning new valuable skills or continued development, we’d love to have you 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