On-Site Care & Independence Support Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

28 days holiday (pro-rata)

Pension & life insurance

EAP program

Staff discounts on apartments

Gift cards & dining discounts

Guest suites access

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Caring

Dependable

Compassionate

Education

Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Job description

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