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Dorset Social Care

Senior Care AssistantNHS

West Moors, BH21 6RD Permanent £13.46
Posted 9 September 2026 Closing date 9 October 2026
Bournemouth Rail Station (8.4 miles, direct) Norden - Park and Ride (Swanage Railway) (16.2 miles, direct) Bournemouth University (7.4 miles, direct)

Job summary

Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role. 10th September | 10am 2pm at the Dorchester Corn Exchange. You can book your place here to reserve your interview time or just turn up on the day. Be the helping hand that changes someone's day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day. This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. What we offer: £13.46 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000) Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay Were looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3) A Senior Care Assistant to work 42 hours per week to from 8am to 8pm to include alternative weekends A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities Your role: Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence Administer medication safely and accurately Contribute to and review care plans Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement Support and guide team members, stepping up when needed Supporting people to live with comfort and joy in a place they call home is something truly special and youll feel that difference every day. Where you'll be working Waterloo Care Home Care Quality Commission Rating: As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy If youre ready to take the next step in your care career, apply today! About us For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we ar

Main duties of the job

Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role. Be the helping hand that changes someone's day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day. This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. What we offer: £13.46 per hour, refer a friend scheme (up to £1000), outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5, Blue Light discount package, company pension scheme, and on-demand pay. Were looking for a Senior Care Assistant to work 42 hours per week from 8am to 8pm to include alternative weekends, with a minimum 12 months right to work in the UK and Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3).

Job description

Package Description: Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role. 10th September | 10am 2pm at the Dorchester Corn Exchange. You can book your place here to reserve your interview time: Book your place on Eventbrite or just turn up on the day.

Be the helping hand that changes someone's day.Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge?Join the Agincare family at Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day.

This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for.

What we offer:

  • £13.46 per hour
  • Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000)
  • Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
  • Blue Light discount package
  • Company pension scheme
  • On-demand pay

Were looking for:

  • Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
  • Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)
  • A Senior Care Assistant to work 42 hours per week to from 8am to 8pm to include alternative weekends
  • A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities

Your role:

  • Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care
  • Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence
  • Administer medication safely and accurately
  • Contribute to and review care plans
  • Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement
  • Support and guide team members, stepping up when needed

Supporting people to live with comfort and joy in a place they call home is something truly special and youll feel that difference every day.

Where you'll be workingWaterloo Care Home

  • Click here to view the care home: https://www.agincare.com/care-homes/dorset/waterloo-care-home-wimborne/
  • Care Quality Commission Rating: https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-138416463

As an Agincare employee you'll enjoyIf youre ready to take the next step in your care career, apply today!

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.

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About us

Agincare, a family-owned care provider with more than 40 years of experience, has a reputation for supporting communities across the UK. With a workforce of over 5,500 team members, Agincare delivers high-quality care and support services throughout more than 170 locations. The company prides itself on being an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Agincare also supports the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, guaranteeing interviews for eligible applicants. All adult services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), while children's services are overseen by Ofsted. As an employee, you'll benefit from a friendly work environment that values your contributions and offers career development opportunities.

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