Care Assistant
Sage Care Limited
Bournemouth, DorsetView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
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Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Care Assistant, you'll help elderly or vulnerable people with daily tasks, personal care, and social activities. You'll work in a supportive team to make a difference in people's lives. This role suits people who enjoy caring for others and are flexible with their working hours. You'll need to be patient, kind, and understanding.
What you'll need
- You'll need a good understanding of personal care and support needs.
- You should be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- You'll need to be physically fit and able to lift equipment.
- You should have good communication and listening skills.
- You'll need to be able to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or working in a care role to gain experience.
- Think about taking a care qualification, like a Level 2 Diploma in Care.
- Make sure you're comfortable with the idea of personal care and supporting people with varying needs.
- Practice your communication skills by taking a course or joining a club.
- Be prepared to learn and adapt to new situations and people.
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Job description
Location: Bournemouth and surrounding areas
Pay: £13.67 per hour + Paid Mileage. £14.67 per hour at weekends.
Hours: Flexible shifts to suit you (Full-Time, Part-Time, Evenings & Weekends)
Drivers with access to their own car are preferred.
However, we can accept non-drivers who live in the following postcode areas:
BH1, BH3, BH4, BH5, BH6, BH7, BH10, BH11, and BH23.
What if your next job didn’t feel like just a job?
What if it meant more?
More purpose. More people. More pride in what you do.
At Sage Care (a part of CCH Group), we’re not looking for just anyone.
We’re building a team of everyday superheroes — the kind who don’t wear capes but do change lives.
And guess what? You don’t need experience. Just a big heart, a willing spirit, and the drive to make someone’s day better.
Why This Role Will Hug Your Soul (And Boost Your Bank Account)
Local Work + Paid Mileage – No more long commutes or dry sandwiches in car parks
You Choose Your Hours – Work that fits around your life
Paid Training + Real Qualifications – We invest in you
Career Growth – Fancy becoming a team leader or manager? We’ll help you get there
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay – We support your family as much as you support ours
Refer a Friend – Earn £300 – Just for recommending someone as fabulous as you
Blue Light Card Access – Flash it for discounts at top UK brands
Exclusive App Access – Stay connected, informed, and organised
Cycle to Work Scheme – Save cash, stay fit, be smug
What You’ll Actually Do (aka The Life-Changing Bit)
- Be a warm, reliable face in someone’s day
- Support clients with washing, dressing, and taking medication
- Help with meals, light housework, and errands
- Provide real companionship — because loneliness is a beast
- Keep people safe, independent, and happy in their own homes
✅ You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Are…
- Naturally caring and kind (you make tea for guests without asking)
- Calm under pressure
- Ready to learn — we’ve got your back from Day One
- Happy to chat, smile, and share the occasional terrible joke
- Driving licence + access to a vehicle? Even better.
No CV? No Drama.
Book an interview online at a time that suits you — zero faff, all welcome.
This Isn’t Just a Job. It’s a Mission.
With over 20,000 carers across the UK, we’re proud to be the UK’s largest care company — and we’re just getting started. Join us in rewriting the future of care.
✨ APPLY NOW – Don’t scroll past purpose.
You bring the heart. We’ll bring the training, perks, and unstoppable support.
Together? We make magic happen.
Keywords: Carer, Care Assistant, Care Professional, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistants, Support Workers
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First seen
13 August 2026
Last checked
17 October 2026
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