Mobile Care Assistant – Travel‑Ready Personal Support

McCarthy & Stone Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Uniform and mobile phone provided

Professional development

Up to 28 days holiday (pro rata)

Life insurance

Company pension

Staff referrals bonus

Job summary

McCarthy & Stone Ltd in Newport is seeking Mobile Care Assistants to join our care team. The role involves a mix of personal care and domestic tasks, with travel between developments required and mileage reimbursed.

You will work on a rota that includes mornings, evenings, and alternate weekends, and you must have a valid UK driving license and access to a car. The role pays £14.50 per hour, with an extra 30p for evenings and £1.30 for weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care environment preferred but not essential; full training provided.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, empathy and time management.
• Willingness to travel between developments and provide domestic support.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care including help with daily activities and medication assistance.
• Maintain communal areas and offer domestic support such as cleaning and shopping.
• Support social activities and arrange transport to appointments to boost wellbeing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Time management

Education

Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

McCarthy & Stone Ltd in Newport is seeking Mobile Care Assistants to join our care team. The role involves a mix of personal care and domestic tasks, with travel between developments required and mileage reimbursed.

You will work on a rota that includes mornings, evenings, and alternate weekends, and you must have a valid UK driving license and access to a car. The role pays £14.50 per hour, with an extra 30p for evenings and £1.30 for weekend hours.