Care and Support Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading company in elderly care is seeking a dedicated Care & Support Assistant for 'The Old Market Village' in Wimborne. You will help residents with their daily needs, provide companionship, and support their overall wellbeing. If you have a passion for making a difference in older people's lives, this rewarding position is a great fit.

Benefits

28 days holiday (pro-rata if part-time)

Additional £1.30 for evening/weekend hours

Life assurance

Company pension

Discounts on apartment purchases

Management and leadership training

Access to in-house Mental Health First Aiders

24/7 Employee Assist Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support preferred.
• Warm and friendly individual with teamwork skills.
• Passionate about older people's wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality individual care to residents.
• Support health and wellbeing through various tasks.
• Assist residents with appointments, shopping, and activities.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Job description

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

McCarthy Stone is looking for a professional Care & Support Assistant to join their team at their 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 Assist Programme (including counsellors and legal advisors)
• Access to in-house Mental Health First Aiders

About the role:

As a Care & Support Assistant, you will provide high-quality individual care to residents, supporting their health and wellbeing. Your duties include housekeeping, domestic support, assisting residents with appointments, transport, shopping, and encouraging participation in activities.

About you:

You are a warm, friendly individual, ideally with some experience in care or support. You are passionate about older people's wellbeing, enjoy teamwork, and are committed to excellent customer service. A QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults) is preferred, but relevant experience and qualifications will be considered.

This is a rewarding role where you can make a positive difference in the lives of older people. If you believe this is the perfect job for you, we encourage you to apply.