The posting itself says it can't offer visa sponsorship. The employer holds a live Home Office sponsor licence, but this role is advertised for people who already have the right to work in the UK.
NHS roles fall under the Health and Care Worker route. Salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement.
Closest occupation match: SOC 6136, Senior care workers. Home Office going rate for this occupation: £33,400 a year.
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Job summary
Package Description: Ready to make a real difference and take the next step in your career? Join the Agincare Rainham team as a Senior Support Worker, where your previous experience, leadership, and compassion will help people live safe, happy, and meaningful lives across Rainham. This is a varied and rewarding role, combining hands-on support with leadership responsibilities, giving you the opportunity to truly shape the quality of care and support we provide. What we offer: £13.10 per hour Refer a friend bonus (up to £500) Career development & fully funded training Blue Light Card discounts Company pension Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support) The people youll support: Youll support individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. Each person is unique, and youll help ensure their care is person-centred, consistent, and tailored to their lifestyle, whether thats providing personal care, helping with daily routines or enjoying days out or quieter time at home. Were looking for: Ex
Main duties of the job
This position as a Senior Support Worker with Agincare in Rainham offers a chance to make a genuine impact on people's lives. The role involves providing hands-on support as well as taking on leadership responsibilities to ensure high-quality care. Key offerings include a salary of £13.10 per hour, career development opportunities, a refer-a-friend bonus of up to £500, and more benefits like Blue Light Card discounts, a company pension, and an Employee Assistance Programme. The role's primary focus is supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism, ensuring person-centred care tailored to their specific needs. Agincare values prior experience in a similar senior support or team leader role. Candidates should possess strong organizational and IT skills, and ideally have a Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification, with Level 3 being desirable. A UK driving license and at least 12 months of the right to work in the UK are required. If you're ready to step up in your career, consider this rewarding opportunity.
About us
Agincare is a well-established care provider celebrating 40 years in the field. With a workforce of nearly 6000 members, Agincare is known for its dedication to caring for communities through a wide array of services, including care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across England. As a family-owned organization, Agincare has maintained a strong presence in the care industry by offering various services in approximately 170 locations. The organization's commitment extends to special communities, as it is a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant and supports the Armed Forces community, providing guaranteed interviews. As an equal opportunities employer regulated by the CQC, Agincare does not currently offer visa sponsorship but encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.
Details
Date posted
13 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.10 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1562702269
Job locations
Enable
Rainham
ME8 7UE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Ready to make a real difference and take the next step in your career?
Join the Agincare Rainham team as a Senior Support Worker, where your previous experience, leadership, and compassion will help people live safe, happy, and meaningful lives across Rainham.
This is a varied and rewarding role, combining hands-on support with leadership responsibilities, giving you the opportunity to truly shape the quality of care and support we provide.
- £13.10 per hour
- Refer a friend bonus (up to £500)
- Career development & fully funded training
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Company pension
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
Youll support individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. Each person is unique, and youll help ensure their care is person-centred, consistent, and tailored to their lifestyle, whether thats providing personal care, helping with daily routines or enjoying days out or quieter time at home.
- Experience in a senior support or team leader role
- Confidence supporting complex needs
- Full UK driving licence and own car
- Level 2 Health & Social Care (Level 3 desirable/working towards)
- Strong organisation and IT skills
- Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
- Provide hands-on support, including personal care and community activities
- Support and guide team members across multiple locations
- Review care plans, risk assessments, and records
- Liaise with families and professionals
- Step in to lead shifts and ensure high-quality, consistent support
Your leadership will help create a supportive, empowering environment where people can truly thrive.
If youre ready to make a bigger impact, apply today!
About us:
Agincare is proudly celebrating 40years of caring for communities. As a rapidly growing, family-ownedcare provider with close to 6000 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of ournew not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations across England.
As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed to supporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance, offering guaranteed interviews to service leavers and members of the military community.
All of our services are regulated by the CQCand Agincare is proud to be anequal opportunities employerand encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers
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