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Care Assistant

Agincare

Paignton, TQ4 5XW

Salary

Negotiable

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

24 September 2026

24 days left

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 ...

As a Care Assistant at Agincare UK, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact in the lives of individuals in Newton Abbott and surrounding areas by providing essential care and support in their own homes. Your role is significant as you will assist clients with daily routines, personal care, shopping, meal preparations, and companionship, contributing to their dignity and joy. No previous experience in care is required, as Agincare offers outstanding career development opportunities with fully funded professional training and qualifications. You'll also receive flexible contracts to suit your schedule, participation in a referral program with monetary rewards, and a salary of up to £14.20 per hour with mileage compensation. A supportive environment and listening ear are crucial, as you'll build meaningful relationships with clients, making a real difference in their daily lives.

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 usFor 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

Agincare UK is a leading family-owned care provider in the UK, with over 40 years of experience supporting communities. It is renowned for offering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations nationwide, with a workforce exceeding 5,500 team members. The organisation prides itself on creating an inclusive workplace encouraging applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Known for supporting the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, Agincare guarantees interviews for eligible applicants, and all its adult services are regulated by the CQC while childrens services are Ofsted-regulated. The company believes in the value of connection and the impact of care in local communities by empowering people to live with dignity and joy in their own homes.

Qualifications

Essential

  • No previous care experience or qualifications are required. An individual with a kind, compassionate nature and a minimum of 12 months remaining on the right to work in the UK is desired. A full UK driving license and flexibility to work alternating weekends are essential.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

25 August 2026

Last checked

27 August 2026

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