Care and Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Buxton; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Care and Support Assistant at Devonshire Place in Buxton. Enjoy a rewarding role with a supportive team, offering a beautiful work environment and opportunities for career growth. You'll assist residents with daily tasks and help them live independently while receiving comprehensive training and benefits.

Benefits

Paid Training

28 days of paid holiday

Life insurance

Company pension

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on apartments

Discounts on gift cards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in a UK health and social care role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enable residents to live independently and actively.
• Assist with appointments and shopping.
• Coordinate resident activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Exceptional Service

Education

Level 2 QCF qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Join McCarthy Stone as a Care and Support Assistant – Make a Real Difference!

Are you searching for a rewarding care role where all your clients are in one place? Join us at Devonshire Place, in Buxton, a beautiful, modern development where you can work alongside supportive colleagues in a centralised environment—no travel required!

• Hours: 16 hours per week, with potential evening and weekend shifts as arranged with the manager.
• Pay: Starting at £12.39 per hour.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Beautiful Work Environment: Enjoy a modern facility designed for comfort and care.
• Supportive Team: Collaborate with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about making a difference.
• Paid Training: Earn while you learn with full funding for Level 2 or Level 3 Adult Care qualifications (eligibility applies).
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday (prorated for part-time).
• Financial and Wellness Support: Access life insurance, a company pension, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program offering counselling, mental health support, and more.
• 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.

Role Highlights
As a Care and Support Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in enabling residents to live independently and actively. Your daily tasks will include light domestic duties, coordinating resident activities, and assisting with appointments and shopping. Each day will be diverse, allowing you to make a significant impact on residents’ wellbeing.

About You

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.

Skills:

• Warm, friendly, and dedicated to exceptional service, you thrive in a team environment and are eager to make a positive difference.

Why McCarthy Stone?
We are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work! This rewarding role offers career growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

Apply Today! We review applications as they come in and may close the position early for the right candidate. UK-based applicants only; sponsorship is not available.