Care and Support Assistant

McCarthy Stone; Rushden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retirement community developer in the UK seeks a Care and Support Assistant to provide essential support to older adults. The role involves assisting with daily tasks and promoting overall wellbeing while working in a modern, friendly environment. Applicants should have relevant experience in health and social care and a passion for enhancing the lives of elderly residents. The position offers a competitive hourly wage, paid training, and extensive benefits including holidays and pension.

Benefits

Fully paid training

Company pension

Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ year in a UK health and social care role preferred.
• Living within commuting distance of the development.
• Passionate about supporting older adults.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily domestic tasks like cleaning and shopping.
• Assist with social activities and wellbeing routines.
• Promote independence and community engagement.
• Support with individual care packages.

Skills

Caring

Dependability

Community engagement

Education

Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Join McCarthy Stone as a Care and Support Assistant – Make a real difference!

No travel required – support residents in one central, modern location. Join a dedicated, friendly on‑site care team and help older adults live independently and actively.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting residents with daily domestic tasks such as appointments, light cleaning, laundry and shopping.
• Assisting with social activities and wellbeing routines.
• Promoting independence, dignity, and community engagement.
• Supporting with individual care packages.

Experience & Qualifications

• 1+ year in a UK health and social care role preferred.
• Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults) is a plus but not essential.
• Caring, dependable, and passionate about supporting older adults.
• Living within commuting distance of the development.

About McCarthy Stone

As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high‑quality homes to exacting specifications. As of November 2021, McCarthy Stone operates 475 developments across the UK for more than 20,000 people. We champion the role, wellbeing and happiness of older people in society, launching a charitable foundation in late 2020 to support local causes. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2022 and to appear on the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list.

Salary and Benefits

• £13.26 – £14.56 per hour (depending on shifts).
• Fully paid training – get qualified with funded Level 2 or 3 in Adult Care.
• 28 days paid holiday (pro‑rata).
• Company pension and life insurance.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program – mental health & wellbeing support.
• Staff discounts on McCarthy Stone apartments, discounted gift cards, dining, and access to guest suites in our UK developments.