Care & Support Assistant

McCarthy and Stone; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector is looking for a Care and Support Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing high-quality care to older residents, supporting their wellbeing while carrying out a variety of daily tasks. Ideal candidates will have a passion for elderly care, strong people skills, and a relevant qualification, ensuring our residents receive the best support possible.

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Up to an additional £1.30 for evening and weekend hours

Life assurance

Company pension

Opportunities to stay in guest suites across UK developments

Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family

Management and leadership training

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support is ideal.
• Passion for enhancing the wellbeing of older people.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality individual care to residents.
• Support residents' wellbeing through various activities.
• Assist with housekeeping and domestic support.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

People Skills

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Job description

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Care and Support Assistant at McCarthy Stone

Location: Shepheards House, Chislehurst, Bromley

Base Salary: £12.72 per hour plus additional pay (see below)

McCarthy Stone offers a range of staff benefits, including:

• 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 UK developments
• Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family
• Management and leadership training, plus support with professional qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (counsellors, legal advisors) and access to in-house Mental Health First Aiders

About the role

As a Care and Support Assistant, you will provide high-quality individual care to residents, supporting their wellbeing. Your duties include housekeeping, domestic support, encouraging participation in activities, booking appointments, arranging transport, escorting visits, and assisting with shopping. Every day offers diverse opportunities to make a positive impact using your people skills.

About you

You are a warm, friendly individual, ideally with experience in care or support. You have a passion for enhancing the wellbeing of older people and enjoy working in a team. You are committed to delivering 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 rewarding role allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

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