Job summary
We're offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to start your career in care by joining the founding team of a brand-new, not-for-profit Children's Residential Homes in Wimborne, Dorset. This service will support children with learning, education and behavioural difficulties, offering a safe, nurturing, and empowering space where every child is given the opportunity to grow, thrive, and feel at home.
Main duties of the job
As part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, you'll provide consistent, compassionate support to children with learning disabilitieshelping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people, support daily routines, help children learn life skills and build their independence, work as part of a team to ensure children feel safe, secure, and cared for, support with care plans, routines, and risk assessments, handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach, and take part in fun, active days.
About us
Agincare is a family-run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,000 team members and more than 100 care locations across England, they are one of the UK's largest and most trusted care providers. Their services include children's homes, adult care & nursing homes, supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in support.
Details
Date posted
11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.50 to £15.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Job locations
Agincare Childrens' Services
Wimborne
BH21 6RQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Were offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to start your career in care by joining the founding team of a brand-new, not-for-profit Childrens Residential Homes in Wimborne, Dorset.
This service will support children with learning, education and behavioural difficulties, offering a safe, nurturing, and empowering space where every child is given the opportunity to grow, thrive, and feel at home.
Were now seeking Support Workers who are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a real difference in childrens lives.
Why Join Us?
At Agincare, we are a family-run organisation that puts people first both the children we support and the incredible staff who care for them. Were proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our friendly, supportive work culture.
What Youll Receive:
* From £14.50 per hour additional for overnight shifts
* £15.50 per hour if Level 3 in Residential Childcare held
* Full-time, average of 40 hours per week with sleep ins as required
* Company pension scheme
* Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000*
* Paid Enhanced DBS
* Blue Light Discount package
* Early On Demand Pay
* Career development pathways and training
* Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
Your Role as a Support Worker
As part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youll provide consistent, compassionate support to children with learning disabilitieshelping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will:
* Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people
* Support daily routines from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime
* Help children learn life skills and build their independence
* Work as part of a team to ensure children feel safe, secure, and cared for
* Support with care plans, routines, and risk assessments (with training)
* Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach
* Take part in fun, active days every day is different
* Be part of the sleep-in rota, with an average of 4 sleep-ins per month (flexibility is essential)
About You
Were looking for people who are caring, reliable, and motivated to make a difference. You dont need experience well provide full training and support. You will:
* Have a genuine interest in supporting children with learning disabilities
* Be patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent
* Be able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
* Be physically and mentally fit for the role
* Have a positive attitude and a team-player mindset
* Hold or be committed to completing NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare
* Hold a driving licence (dual registered home across 2 sites in Wimborne)
About Agincare
Were a family-run business thats been caring and supporting people since 1986.With over 4,000 team members and more than 100 care locations across England, were one of the UKs largest and most trusted care providers.Our services include childrens homes, adult care & nursing homes, supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in support.
We are proud signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and actively support care leavers to live independently.Care leavers are encouraged to apply and will be offered a guaranteed interview or informal conversation about opportunities at Agincare.
All of our adult services are regulated by our childrens homes by Ofsted.Please note:This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.All convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings (including those regarded as spent) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules.This role is also subject to enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment standards.
We believe in building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Equal opportunities are at the heart of everything we do.
If youre ready to help build something truly meaningful and lead with compassion, commitment, and care wed love to hear from you.Apply now and be part of something special
CRSW.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Were offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to start your career in care by joining the founding team of a brand-new, not-for-profit Childrens Residential Homes in Wimborne, Dorset.
This service will support children with learning, education and behavioural difficulties, offering a safe, nurturing, and empowering space where every child is given the opportunity to grow, thrive, and feel at home.
Were now seeking Support Workers who are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a real difference in childrens lives.
Why Join Us?
At Agincare, we are a family-run organisation that puts people first both the children we support and the incredible staff who care for them. Were proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our friendly, supportive work culture.
What Youll Receive:
* From £14.50 per hour additional for overnight shifts
* £15.50 per hour if Level 3 in Residential Childcare held
* Full-time, average of 40 hours per week with sleep ins as required
* Company pension scheme
* Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000*
* Paid Enhanced DBS
* Blue Light Discount package
* Early On Demand Pay
* Career development pathways and training
* Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
Your Role as a Support Worker
As part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youll provide consistent, compassionate support to children with learning disabilitieshelping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will:
* Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people
* Support daily routines from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime
* Help children learn life skills and build their independence
* Work as part of a team to ensure children feel safe, secure, and cared for
* Support with care plans, routines, and risk assessments (with training)
* Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach
* Take part in fun, active days every day is different
* Be part of the sleep-in rota, with an average of 4 sleep-ins per month (flexibility is essential)
About You
Were looking for people who are caring, reliable, and motivated to make a difference. You dont need experience well provide full training and support. You will:
* Have a genuine interest in supporting children with learning disabilities
* Be patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent
* Be able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
* Be physically and mentally fit for the role
* Have a positive attitude and a team-player mindset
* Hold or be committed to completing NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare
* Hold a driving licence (dual registered home across 2 sites in Wimborne)
About Agincare
Were a family-run business thats been caring and supporting people since 1986.With over 4,000 team members and more than 100 care locations across England, were one of the UKs largest and most trusted care providers.Our services include childrens homes, adult care & nursing homes, supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in support.
We are proud signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and actively support care leavers to live independently.Care leavers are encouraged to apply and will be offered a guaranteed interview or informal conversation about opportunities at Agincare.
All of our adult services are regulated by our childrens homes by Ofsted.Please note:This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.All convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings (including those regarded as spent) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules.This role is also subject to enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment standards.
We believe in building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Equal opportunities are at the heart of everything we do.
If youre ready to help build something truly meaningful and lead with compassion, commitment, and care wed love to hear from you.Apply now and be part of something special
CRSW.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* You don't need experience Agincare will provide full training and support. However, you will need to hold or be committed to completing NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare, and a driving licence.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* You don't need experience Agincare will provide full training and support. However, you will need to hold or be committed to completing NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare, and a driving licence.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Agincare
Address
Agincare Childrens' Services
Wimborne
BH21 6RQ
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Employer details
Employer name
Agincare
Address
Agincare Childrens' Services
Wimborne
BH21 6RQ
Employer's website
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