Care Assistant

McCarthy & Stone Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

Company pension & life insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts on apartments

Discounted gift cards and dining

Guest suites in UK developments

Job summary

McCarthy Stone is hiring a Care and Support Assistant at Lancer House, Colchester. This part-time role offers 16 hours per week with shifts including evenings and weekends, paying £13.26-£14.56 per hour. You will support residents with daily tasks, social activities and personal care in one central location, with no travel between calls.

UK-based applicants only; sponsorship not available. Lancer House is a Retirement Living PLUS development for residents over 70, offering on-site care in a

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.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

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£13.26 per hour, up to 14.56 depending on shifts (enhanced for evenings and weekends)

Working Hours:

20

Location:

Colchester

Closing Date:

29/10/2026

Job Category:

Estate, Care and Support

Department:

Lancer House

Business Area:

Services

Job Introduction

Join McCarthy & Stone as a Care and Support Assistant – Make a Real Difference!
Care Assistant – Lancer House, Colchester- One Location, Real Impact!
Part-time | 16 hours per week
£13.26 - £14.56 per hour (enhanced pay for evenings & weekends)
UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship not available.

Are you looking for a rewarding care rolewhere all your clients are in one place—no travel between calls? Join McCarthy & Stone at our Lancer House Development in Colchesterand make a genuine difference every day.

Lancer House this gorgeous new Retirement Living PLUS development comprises of retirement apartments for the over 70’s.

You will be working a mix of early shifts,andlate shifts, including alternate weekends.

Why You’ll Love the Role:

• No Travel Required – Support residents in one central, modern location.
• Supportive Team – Join a dedicated, friendly care team on-site.
• Real Impact – Help older adults live independently and actively.

What You’ll Be Doing:

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

What We Offer:

• £13.26 per hour, up to £14.56 per hour (depending on shifts)
• Fully paid training – Get qualified with funded Level 2 or 3 in Adult Care
• Company pension & life insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program – Mental health & wellbeing support
• Staff discounts on McCarthy & Stone apartments
• Discounted gift cards and dining
• Access to guest suites in our UK developments

Who We’re Looking Fo:

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

Who We’re Looking For:

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

Why Join McCarthy Stone?

We’re proud to be a Great Place to Work™, committed to career growth, teamwork, and improving the lives of older adults