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Derby Social Care

Care AssistantNHS

Derby, DE23 1RJ Permanent £12.76
Posted 28 August 2026 Closing date 27 September 2026
Peartree Rail Station (0.8 miles, direct) Duffield (Ecclesbourne Valley Railway) (6.5 miles, direct) Springfield House (5.9 miles, direct)

Job summary

Package Description: Could you be the reason someone smiles? Join our team as a Care Assistant (no experience needed) and help residents live with comfort, dignity, and joy. From daily support to meaningful moments, your kindness can make a real difference. Bring your compassion; well provide the training and support you need. What youll receive: Outstanding career development with funded training (up to QCF Level 5) Refer-a-Friend bonus up to £1,000* £12.76 per hour Blue Light Card discounts Company pension scheme On-demand pay What you will be doing: Provide personal care and support. Administer and record medication. Assist with daily living activities. Support activities and social engagement. Promote dignity, independence, and well-being. Deliver person-centred care as part of a team. What youll bring: No experience needed full training provided Kind, compassionate and great with people Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK (we cannot currently offer sponsorship) Able to work alternate weekends Opportunities Available: Night Care Assistant to work 36 hours per week from 8pm to 8am to inclu

Main duties of the job

Do you want to be the reason someone smiles today? Agincare Homes Holdings in Derby is seeking Care Assistants to join our team and help residents live comfortably and with dignity. No prior experience is needed, as we offer comprehensive training to ensure you provide the best care possible. You'll be involved in daily support tasks, administration of medication, and social engagement activities that enrich residents' lives. This role comes with several benefits, such as funded training opportunities, a refer-a-friend bonus, Blue Light Card discounts, a pension scheme, and on-demand pay. Flexible opportunities including night and bank care assistant roles are available, with weekend shifts required. We're looking for passionate, compassionate individuals with a minimum of twelve months' right to work in the UK, and we're proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community. Join us in a fulfilling career where every day is an opportunity to make a difference.

Job description

Package Description: Could you be the reason someone smiles?

Join our team as a Care Assistant (no experience needed) and help residents live with comfort, dignity, and joy. From daily support to meaningful moments, your kindness can make a real difference. Bring your compassion; well provide the training and support you need.

What youll receive:

  • Outstanding career development with funded training (up to QCF Level 5)
  • Refer-a-Friend bonus up to £1,000*
  • £12.76 per hour
  • Blue Light Card discounts
  • Company pension scheme
  • On-demand pay

What you will be doing:

  • Provide personal care and support.
  • Administer and record medication.
  • Assist with daily living activities.
  • Support activities and social engagement.
  • Promote dignity, independence, and well-being.
  • Deliver person-centred care as part of a team.

What youll bring:

  • No experience needed full training provided
  • Kind, compassionate and great with people
  • Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK (we cannot currently offer sponsorship)
  • Able to work alternate weekends
  • Opportunities Available:
  • Night Care Assistant to work 36 hours per week from 8pm to 8am to include alternative weekends
  • Bank Care Assistant to have the flexibility to work as and when required to include day and weekend shifts

Where youll be working:Nightingale care home

Click here to view the care home: https://www.agincare.com/care-homes/derby/nightingale-care-nursing-home/?utm_source=Online&utm_medium=google&utm_campaign=nightingalegooglebusinessprofile&utm_term=gbp&utm_content=nightingale

Apply today and start a career where every day has purpose.

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 also 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 is a leading family-owned care provider in the UK with a history spanning over 40 years. They employ more than 5,500 team members nationwide and provide high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. Agincare is deeply committed to supporting communities and creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. They are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, ensuring guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All their adult services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), while their children's services are regulated by Ofsted. Despite their wide reach and large team, Agincare remains dedicated to its founding principles of care, compassion, and service excellence.

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