Mobile Care Assistant

McCarthy Stone; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retirement community developer is seeking a Mobile Care Assistant to provide personalised care and support for independent living. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a valid UK driving licence. Successful candidates will benefit from comprehensive training, competitive pay, and various employee perks, including travel reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Life insurance

Company pension

Uniform and mobile phone provided

Professional development training

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff referral scheme (up to £500)

Qualifications

• Must have a valid full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience in a care environment preferred but not required.
• Willingness to travel between developments.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care for daily activities and personal hygiene.
• Maintain communal areas within developments.
• Assist homeowners with social activities and transportation.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Empathy

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 health and social care qualification

Job description

Mobile Care Assistant

Get a £250 joining bonus and a further £250 when you pass probation.

Due to our evolving care and lifestyle delivery we are looking for passionate and like‑minded individuals to join our growing care team.

Location

Covering the Eccles & Surrounding areas.

A valid full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle is essential to be considered for this role. Travel expenses covered, mileage paid at 43p per mile.

Hourly rate

£14.50 per hour plus earn up to an additional £1.30 for working evening and weekend hours.

Hours

Up to 35 hours per week on a rota basis that will include mornings, evenings and alternate weekends anytime between 7am to 10pm.

About the Role

Whilst this is a field‑based role to grow our care service there will be a requirement to travel between our developments and parking will be available at each site. You’ll work closely with the Field Care Supervisor, House Managers and Care Manager to deliver person‑bespoke care and lifestyle services from assisting with personal care household tasks to offering companionship and supporting wellbeing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Individual Homeowners: Provide personalised care including help with daily activities, personal hygiene and medication assistance. Offer domestic support such as cleaning, shopping and managing household tasks.
• Housekeeping: Maintain communal areas within our developments to a high standard ensuring a clean, tidy and welcoming environment for all homeowners.
• Social Support: Assist homeowners with social activities, transport arrangements and attending appointments, enhancing their overall well‑being and social connections.

What We’re Looking For

• Skills & Experience: Strong interpersonal skills, empathy and the ability to manage your time effectively. Ideally you will have previous experience in a care environment with a level 2 health and social care qualification. We are willing to accept applications from those without care experience looking for a career change as full training and growth qualifications are provided.
• Driving Licence: This is a field‑based role so a valid UK driving licence is required along with a willingness to travel between developments.
• Flexibility: The ability to work on a rota basis to include early mornings, late evenings and alternate weekends.

Why Join Us

• Travel Expenses Covered: Use your personal car for work with all travel expenses fully reimbursed and parking available on site.
• Uniform and mobile phone provided.
• Professional Development: We support your growth with training opportunities including the chance to work towards a Diploma in Health and Social Care and to progress to a senior care assistant role if that is something you would be interested in.
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata if part‑time hours).
• Life insurance.
• Company pension.
• Opportunities to stay in our guest suites across all our developments UK wide.
• Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family.
• Management and leadership training and support with professional qualifications.
• 24/7 access to Employee Assist Programme (including counsellors and legal advisors) and access to in‑house Mental Health First Aiders.
• Impactful Work: Enjoy the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults every day.
• The opportunity to earn extra income from our staff referral scheme (Up to £500 per referral).

If you’re a caring dedicated individual with a can‑do attitude and a passion for supporting independent living we would love to hear from you!

Apply Today to join a team that values your contribution and offers a rewarding career path with McCarthy Stone.

About Us

As the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities we provide high‑quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025 McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people.

We believe in championing the well‑being and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life so they feel more connected, recognised and valued. Since 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 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list!