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NHS Jobs; Paignton; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training up to QCF level

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a Home Care Assistant in Newton Abbot and surrounding areas. You will support clients with daily routines, personal care, meals, and companionship in their own homes, delivering respectful, person-centred care.

No prior care experience is required; we’ll train you with funded qualifications up to QCF level 5. A full UK driving licence and flexible weekend work are essential. Mileage is paid at 32p per mile, with access to a pension and on‑demand pay.

Qualifications

• Above all, kind and compassionate with a genuine passion for helping others.
• No previous care experience required; attitude and caring nature can be taught.
• 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 (no visa sponsorship).
• A full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to work alternating weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support people with daily routines, including household tasks and personal care.
• Help with shopping, preparing nutritious meals and making a comforting cup of tea.
• Provide companionship, a listening ear and friendly conversation.
• Help with medication as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Relationship building

Team orientation

Job description

Package Description

Could you be the reason someone smiles? Join us as a Home Care Assistant in Newton Abbott and surrounding areas, 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.

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 £14.20 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, 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.
• Youll 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 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.

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 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.