Specialist Care Assistant

Agincare; Taunton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded professional training

£500 welcome bonus*

Refer a friend scheme - up to £1000*

Mileage paid - 32p per mile

Blue Light care discount package

Company pension

On demand pay

Job summary

Agincare in Taunton is seeking a Home Carer to support a client in living independently with dignity and respect. You will assist with daily routines, meals, and personal care while building a trusting relationship with the client and his family.

No prior care experience is required; a caring attitude is valued. A full UK driving licence is needed and flexibility for weekends. Training is funded and employment offers ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; right attitude and caring nature are valued.
• Must be compassionate, patient and able to build trusting relationships.
• Full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK are required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines, including household tasks and personal care.
• Assist with shopping, meals, and providing companionship.
• Help with medication and promote independence and wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with the client and his family.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Relationship building

Flexibility

Team player

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Package Description We are looking for a compassionate, patient, and reliable Care and Support Assistant to

building a trusting relationship with him, understanding his individual needs, and helping him to live a fulfilling, independent life. A key aspect of this role is developing and maintaining a positive, professional relationship with his family. You will liaise regularly with family members, communicating effectively, sharing relevant updates, and working collaboratively to ensure a consistent, person-centred approach that meets his needs and promotes his wellbeing.

Package Description We are looking for a compassionate, patient, and reliable Care and Support Assistant to provide dedicated support to one gentleman with autism. This role is primarily focused on building a trusting relationship with him, understanding his individual needs, and helping him to live a fulfilling, independent life. A key aspect of this role is developing and maintaining a positive, professional relationship with his family. You will liaise regularly with family members, communicating effectively, sharing relevant updates, and working collaboratively to ensure a consistent, person-centred approach that meets his needs and promotes his wellbeing. While your main responsibility will be supporting this individual, you will also be expected to provide care and support to other service users within the service as required. This includes promoting independence, assisting with daily living activities, supporting social and community engagement, and ensuring the wellbeing, dignity, and individual choices of everyone you support. 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
• £500 welcome bonus* and Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
• Up to [Hourly rate] 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
• Flexibility to work alternating weekends

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