Care Assistant

Overview

Support residents with daily care, activities and light domestic tasks in a retirement community.

Key Responsibilities

• weekend relief

Tasks

-Relief contract covering weekend shifts, as arranged with the manager.

Requirements

• 1 year
• health care
• level 2
• qcf
• older adults

What You Bring

-Location: Ideally located within commuting distance to our estate. -Experience: A minimum of 1 year in a UK health and social care role is preferred, with a passion for working with older adults. A Level 2 QCF qualification in Health and Social Care (Adults) is an asset but not mandatory.

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Benefits

-Financial and Wellness Support: Access life insurance, a company pension, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program offering counselling, mental health support, and more. -Beautiful Work Environment: Enjoy a modern facility designed for comfort and care. -Paid Training: Earn while you learn with full funding for Level 2 or Level 3 Adult Care qualifications (eligibility applies). -Pay: Starting at £13.61 per hour. -Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from discounts on McCarthy Stone apartments for employees and immediate family, opportunities to stay in guest suites across our UK developments, and discounts on gift cards for top brands and restaurants. -Supportive Team: Collaborate with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about making a difference. -Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday (prorated for part-time).

About Mccarthy Stone

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-only uk‑based applicants; sponsorship is not available.