Senior Care Assistant - Nights
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Agincare Senior Care Assistant - Nights
The closing date is 19 September 2026
Job summary
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 Gainsborough 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. Gainsborough Care Home, 53 Ulwell Rd, Swanage BH19 1LQ Gainsborough Care Home in Swanage, Dorset | Agincare 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) 36 hours per week, including alternate 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.
Main duties of the job
The role of a Senior Care Assistant at Agincare involves harnessing one's compassion and experience to foster a home environment at Gainsborough Care Home where residents not only feel comfortable but also valued and genuinely cared for. The position requires delivering and leading high-quality, person-centred care. There's an emphasis on supporting residents with personal care in a manner that upholds their dignity and independence, as well as safely and accurately administering medication. Senior Care Assistants are also expected to contribute to and review care plans regularly. Leading activities and outings, fostering meaningful resident engagement, and guiding team members are vital facets of this role. Over time, they might be called upon to step up and take additional responsibilities, making it crucial for candidates to showcase leadership qualities alongside being team players. The position spans 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends, and is situated in Swanage, Dorset. A critical requirement is a minimum of 12 months' right to work in the UK.
About us
Agincare Homes Holdings is a family-owned care provider committed to delivering high-quality care and support services across the UK. With a history spanning 40 years, Agincare has firmly established itself as a trusted provider in the community, employing over 5,500 team members nationwide and operating in more than 170 locations. The organisation prides itself on its ability to support communities and create inclusive workplaces. Agincare is recognized for its commendable efforts in supporting the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. With a comprehensive regulatory framework, all adult services under Agincares umbrella are monitored by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring adherence to high standards. Meanwhile, the childrens services are regulated by Ofsted, reinforcing Agincares commitment to quality.
Details
Date posted
20 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.46 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1539851182
Job locations
Agincare Homes Holdings
Swanage
BH19 1LQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description: 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 Gainsborough 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.
Gainsborough Care Home, 53 Ulwell Rd, Swanage BH19 1LQ
Gainsborough Care Home in Swanage, Dorset | Agincare
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
- Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
- Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)
- 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends
- A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities
- 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.
If 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description: 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 Gainsborough 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.
Gainsborough Care Home, 53 Ulwell Rd, Swanage BH19 1LQ
Gainsborough Care Home in Swanage, Dorset | Agincare
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
- Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
- Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)
- 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends
- A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities
- 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.
If 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3), Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3), Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Agincare
Address
Agincare Homes Holdings
Swanage
BH19 1LQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Agincare
Address
Agincare Homes Holdings
Swanage
BH19 1LQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
Agincare Homes Holdings
Details
Date posted
20 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.46 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1539851182
Job locations
Agincare Homes Holdings
Swanage
BH19 1LQ
United Kingdom
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