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Senior Care AssistantNHS

Dorchester, DT1 2EN Permanent £13.46
Posted 19 September 2026 Closing date 18 October 2026
Dorchester South Rail Station (0.3 miles, direct) Norden - Park and Ride (Swanage Railway) (17.2 miles, direct) Temp Bus Station (20.1 miles, direct)

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 Cheriton 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) Various shift patterns available (Full time, part time and bank contracts) Alternate weekends required Day shifts and night shifts currently available 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

Main duties of the job

Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at Cheriton Care Home and make a real difference in the residents lives every single day. This role allows your compassion and experience to create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. Your role will involve delivering high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents with personal care, dignity, and independence, administering medication safely, leading activities, and supporting other team members. If youre ready to take the next step in your care career, apply today! Agincare has been supporting communities across the UK for 40 years, employing more than 5,500 team members nationwide to deliver high-quality care and support services at over 170 locations. The company is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Agincare proudly supports the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All adult services are regulated by the CQC, and childrens services by Ofsted. Please note that visa sponsorship is not currently available.

Job description

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 Cheriton 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)
  • Various shift patterns available (Full time, part time and bank contracts) Alternate weekends required
  • Day shifts and night shifts currently available
  • 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.

If youre ready to take the next step in your care career, apply today!

For 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.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, Agincare is one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. Agincare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. They are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, with guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All adult services are regulated by the CQC and children's services by Ofsted. Agincare is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time. The organisation offers career development opportunities and various employment benefits, including a refer a friend bonus, a pension scheme, and access to a Blue Light discount package.

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