Care assistant jobs (health care assistants)

If you have the passion to care for other people and you are looking for a rewarding career that helps support people and improve their quality of life then one of our care assistant jobs could be perfect for you.

By committing to regular hours each week, you are sure to have continuity and flexibility in your day-to-day life. No experience as a care assistant is necessary as we provide full training. All you need is a passion to care for other people and the right to work in the UK.

Care assistant jobs near me

We are looking for care assistants across the whole of England. Find jobs near to you in each of the following areas:

• Home care
• Live-in care
• Care and nursing homes

Care assistant job description (health care assistant)

As a care assistant, you will have the satisfaction of really caring for people and their well-being. You will support clients to live well, protect them from harm, prevent deterioration, promote physical and mental health and encourage independence.

You may be offering companionship, personal care, and help with medication. You will be enabling people to remain as independent as possible either as a home care worker, a live-in care assistant or in one of our care homes.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals
• Support and encourage clients to participate in daily activities of their choice such as day trips, leisure activities, crafts, reading and writing
• Follow care plan instructions and guidance without deviation unless directed by the Registered Manager
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and up-to-date at all times

See full care assistant job description (PDF).

What an excellent health care worker looks like

• A caring nature and desire to make a difference in someone’s life
• Ability to provide emotional and social support whilst promoting dignity and respect
• Approachable and supportive nature
• A good level of English – both written and spoken
• The right to work in the UK

What are the benefits?

• • Excellent career progression
  • Contracted hours with flexible working – we can work around you!
  • Supported internal care worker training
  • National Health Discount Scheme, offering up to 60% off high street names
  • Discounts offered by the Blue Light Card
  • Employee Assistance Programme with access to medical, financial and emotional support
  • Free DBS
  • Free meals on full shifts
  • Long service bonus
  • Pension contributions

About Agincare

We are a family-owned business that has provided reliable and professional care since 1986. We provide a wide range of care services tailored to a person’s needs, including live-in care, home care, and residential care homes.

We pride ourselves in putting the person first and fully understanding the needs of each individual, ensuring a good fit between care assistant and customer at all times.

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