At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with daily routines, personal care, and companionship in their homes.
- Company: Agincare, a trusted care provider with 40 years of experience.
- Benefits: Earn £14.00 per hour, enjoy flexible hours, and receive paid mileage.
- Other info: Funded training up to QCF Level 5 and a refer-a-friend scheme worth £1,000.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a caring attitude and weekend availability.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 14 £ per hour.
Agincare is recruiting for a Care Assistant role in Witney. The permanent, full-time position pays £14.00 per hour and closes on 2 September 2026. Agincare's Witney home-care team supports adults in their own homes with daily routines, personal care and practical help.
Flexible contracts cover alternating weekends, and the work includes shopping, meal preparation, companionship and medication support. No previous care experience or qualification is required. A full UK driving licence, at least 12 months remaining right to work in the UK, caring people skills and weekend flexibility are required. The role is open to candidates without previous care experience who can bring a caring, professional and team-focused approach.
- Daily Care In Clients' Homes
- Personal care and continence support
- Washing and dressing assistance
- Medication support
- Shopping and meal preparation
- Household tasks and companionship
Home visits require attention to each client's routine and the boundaries of the agreed care plan. A professional approach keeps personal care, medication support and household tasks focused on individual needs. Team communication helps colleagues respond when a client's routine or wellbeing changes.
Home-care work takes place in clients' homes across Witney, and Agincare pays mileage at 32p per mile. Some visits can include support with appointments or local activities when those tasks form part of a client's needs.
Agincare includes a company pension and on-demand pay in the employment package, while the Blue Light care discount adds a separate employment benefit. Agincare funds training and qualifications up to QCF level 5, including the Agincare QCF training route. New starters can build formal care knowledge while working.
The employment package also includes a refer-a-friend scheme worth up to £1,000, alongside paid mileage.
Agincare has supported communities across the UK for 40 years and employs more than 5,500 people across more than 170 locations. Adult services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission, while children's services are regulated by Ofsted. Agincare provides care through care homes, home care and live-in care. Its care roles cover several service settings, while the Witney vacancy belongs to the Care & Support part of the organisation.
Agincare does not provide visa sponsorship for this vacancy. Eligible applicants covered by the Care Leaver Covenant or the Armed Forces community can receive a guaranteed interview.
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Agincare is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering comprehensive training and flexible working hours to fit your lifestyle. With a supportive work culture that values compassion and teamwork, employees have ample opportunities for growth while making a meaningful impact in the lives of clients in the beautiful Oxfordshire area.
