Care and Support Assistant

McCarthy and Stone; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retirement living company in Wimborne Minster is seeking a Care and Support Assistant to provide high-quality individual care to residents. The role involves housekeeping, support with appointments, and encouraging participation in activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in care or support, be passionate about improving residents' wellbeing, and possess a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care. Competitive salary plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Life assurance

Company pension

Training and support with professional qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support is preferred.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Passionate about improving the wellbeing of older people.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality individual care to residents.
• Support residents in domestic activities.
• Encourage participation in activities.

Skills

Experience in care or support

Excellent customer service

Team player

Warm and friendly demeanor

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults)

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

McCarthy Stone is looking for a professional Care & Support Assistant to join their team at the stunning estate The Old Market Village in Wimborne.

McCarthy Stone's brand new retirement village, 'The Old Market Village,' is currently under construction and will feature bungalows and chalet bungalows known as 'The Old Market Gardens' and apartments called ‘Market House,’ all set within a beautiful village green.

Base Salary: £11.96 per hour plus additional pay (see below).

Benefits include:

• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
• Up to an additional £1.30 for evening and weekend hours
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• Opportunities to stay in guest suites across developments UK-wide
• Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family
• Management and leadership training and support with professional qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (including counsellors and legal advisors) and access to inhouse Mental Health First Aiders

Role overview: As a Care & Support Assistant, you will provide high-quality individual care to residents, supporting their wellbeing. Duties include housekeeping, domestic support, encouraging participation in activities, assisting with appointments, transport, shopping, and escorting residents as needed. Every day offers variety and the chance to make a positive impact.

About you: You will be warm, friendly, and ideally have some experience in care or support. Passionate about improving the wellbeing of older people and a team player. You should be committed to excellent customer service. A QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults) is preferred, but relevant experience and alternative qualifications will be considered.

McCarthy Stone is recognized as a great place to work! This role is rewarding and offers a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of older people.

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