Could you be a social care hero?

Dorset-based care provider Agincare is is looking to recruit hundreds of people for social care jobs across the UK in home care, live-in care and care homes.

The company, which has its HQ in Castletown on Portland, says it is determined to continue to deliver essential services to those who rely on its care during the coronavirus outbreak.

Agincare’s Head of HR, Amy Crabb, said: “Our care staff are amazing people, dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our local communities.

"They are playing a a critical role – without them the NHS would be put under even more pressure than it is now.

"But while it feels like our care staff possess superpowers, they are not superhuman. During this coronavirus outbreak many of our staff will naturally have to look after family members, will need to self-isolate or will fall ill themselves.

"While we continue to support our staff during this difficult time, we’re determined that none of our clients will be left unsupported so we’re looking to bolster our teams now."

She added: “Perhaps you’re actively looking for work and are new to care. Or you’ve recently retired from care work but want to join our social care heroes to play your part during this national emergency. Whatever the reason, we want to hear from you."

The firms says there’s a rewarding and valuable social care job to suit everyone - from going into someone’s home to help them for an hour or so a day, to living in someone’s house seven days a week, or working in one of our care or nursing homes.

Agincare recently came third in Indeed’s ranking of the best private sector companies to work for in the UK, and was the only care company in the top 25.

For more information about jobs available and to apply visit the Agincare website.