Care & Support Assistant

McCarthy & Stone; Knebworth; Sur place; GBP 19 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully paid training

28 days holiday (pro-rata)

Pension & life insurance

EAP program

Staff discounts on apartments

Gift cards & dining discounts

Guest suites access

Résumé du poste

McCarthy & Stone at Lowe House, Knebworth, is seeking a Care and Support Assistant for a part-time role (16 hours/week). The position offers on-site duties at a single location, with shifts from 8am–3pm and 4pm–9pm, including alternate weekends.

Pay ranges from £14.12 to £15.42 per hour, with enhanced rates for evenings and weekends. As a valued member of the on-site care team, you’ll help residents with daily tasks, support social activities, and promote independence in a welcoming retirement

Qualifications

• Experience: 1+ year in UK health and social care role.
• Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults) is a plus.
• Caring, dependable and passionate about supporting older adults.
• Located within commuting distance of the development.

Responsabilités

• Support residents with daily tasks: appointments, light cleaning, laundry and shopping.
• Assist with social activities and wellbeing routines.
• Promote independence, dignity, and community engagement.
• Support with individual care packages, including personal care.

Connaissances

Caring

Dependable

Compassionate

Formation

Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Description du poste

Job Introduction

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

Care Assistant – Lowe House, Knebworth - One Location, Real Impact!

Part-time | 16 hours per week

£14.12 - £15.42 per 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 Lowe House Development in Knebworth and make a genuine difference every day.

Lowe 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, 8 am to 3 pm, and late shifts, 4 pm to 9 pm, 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

• £14.12 per hour, up to £15.42 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 & 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.