Mccarthy Stone
UK’s leading developer & manager of retirement communities offering high‑quality homes and support.
Provide personal and domestic care to older adults in a mobile field‑based role.
23 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Willaston, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
2,818 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Retirement Communities
Extra Care
Supported Housing
Communal Facilities
Property Management
Care and Support Services
Role
Description
community upkeep
home care
personal care
cleaning
transport
social support
- Domestic: Maintain communal areas within our developments to a high standard, ensuring a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for all homeowners.
- Support Individual Homeowners: To provide personalised care, including help with daily activities, personal hygiene, and medication assistance. You will also offer domestic support, such as cleaning, shopping, and managing household tasks.
- Social Support: To assist homeowners with social activities, transport arrangements, and attending appointments, enhancing their overall well-being and social connections.
Requirements
uk driving
care experience
level 2
interpersonal
leadership training
rota flexibility
- Driving Licence: This is a field-based role, so a valid full UK driving licence is required, along with a willingness to travel between developments.
- Skills & Experience: Ideally you will have previous experience in a care environment with a level 2 health and social care. However, this is not essential as we can provide full training for anyone looking for a career change. You must have strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to manage your time effectively.
- Management and leadership training and support with professional qualifications
- Flexibility: The ability to work on a rota basis that will include early mornings, lates and alternate weekends.
Benefits
- Travel Expenses Covered: Use your personal car for work with all travel expenses fully reimbursed and parking available on site. Mileage is paid at 45p per mile.
- Life insurance and company pension
- Up to 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata if part time hours)
- Receive a £500 bonus when you pass probation.***
- Opportunities to stay in our guest suites across all our developments UK wide
- 24/7 access to Employee Assist Programme (including counsellors and legal advisors) and access to inhouse Mental Health First Aiders
- The opportunity to earn extra income from our staff referral scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Uniform and mobile phone provided.
- Professional Development: We support your growth with training opportunities, including the chance to work towards a Diploma in Health and Social Care and to progress to a senior care assistant role if that is of interest.
- Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1977 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1977 by its founders, marking the beginning of its pioneering work in private retirement housing.
1,300 Developments
Retirement Housing Portfolio
The company has constructed and managed over 1,300 retirement developments across the UK, showcasing its extensive reach.
£725M Revenue
Annual Financial Performance
In 2019, the company achieved a revenue of £725 million, highlighting its significant financial performance.
5-Star Rating
Customer Satisfaction
The company has received a full five-star customer satisfaction rating annually since it was awarded, reflecting high customer satisfaction.
- They focus on brownfield town‑centre sites close to amenities, combining construction, property sales, management, and tailored support services.
- Notably, they remain the landlord and managing agent on all developments built since 2010, ensuring consistent quality and oversight.
- In 2020, they were acquired by Lone Star Funds in a £647 million deal, later partnering with Macquarie and John Laing to finance a rental portfolio.
Culture + Values
- Respect for people and communities
- Acting with integrity and transparency
- Creating an environment where people thrive
- Building trust through consistent and reliable performance
- Encouraging innovation to improve and evolve
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Net Zero Carbon Target
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030 through strategic reductions and innovations.
- Reducing carbon emissions across the business
- Implementing energy-efficient measures in developments
- Focus on reducing waste and increasing recycling rates
- Use of sustainable building materials
- Monitoring and improving water and energy usage in buildings
Inclusion & Diversity
- Promoting gender diversity in leadership
- Aiming for gender balance in recruitment
- Committed to equal opportunities
- Reporting on gender pay gap transparently