Care Assistant

McCarthy & Stone; Ely; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

28 days paid holiday

Pension & life insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts on apartments

Gift cards and dining discounts

Guest suites access

Job summary

McCarthy & Stone is seeking a Care Assistant for Roslyn Court in Ely. This part-time role covers 16 hours per week, with shifts including evenings and weekends.

You will support residents with daily tasks, social activities, and wellbeing, all in a single on-site location. The role offers funded training to Level 2 or 3 in Adult Care, a generous holiday allowance, pension and life insurance, plus 24/7 wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supporting 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

Skills

Caring

Dependable

Passionate about older adults

Education

Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Job description

Job Introduction

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

Care Assistant – Roslyn Court, Ely, Cambridgeshire- One Location, Real Impact!

Part‑time | 16 hours per week

£13.70- £15.00/ hour (enhanced pay for evenings & weekends)

UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship not available.

Are you looking for a rewarding care role where all your clients are in one place—no travel between calls? Join McCarthy & Stone at our Roslyn Court Development at Ely and make a genuine difference every day.

Roslyn Court is located in the historic Cambridgeshire city of Ely. The complex includes one and two bedroom properties, which are spacious, stylish, and offer the benefits of Retirement Living PLUS. The estate has landscaped gardens, residents lounge with lots of community events,and there is also a fantastic Bistro style restaurant serving meals every day of the year.

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

Why You’ll Love This 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:

• Supporting 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

What We Offer:

• £13.70 - £15.00 (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 & life insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program – Mental health & wellbeing support
• Exclusive Perks:
  • Staff discounts on McCarthy & Stone apartments
  • Discounted gift cards and dining
  • Access to guest suites in our UK developments

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.

About Us

As the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. McCarthy & Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people.

We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy & Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain.

We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2026 as well as making the Great Place to Work for Development and Wellbeing list!