Part-time On-Site Care Assistant – Local Role, Oakham

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

Company pension & life insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts on McCarthy & Stone ап

Access to guest suites in UK Develop m

Job summary

McCarthy & Stone in Oakham is seeking a part-time Care Assistant to support residents at Saxon Gardens. The role involves hands-on daily tasks, social activities, and promoting independence for older adults in a single location.

The position offers 20 hours per week with pay between £13.70 and £15.00 per hour, plus funded training and on-site support. You will join a caring on-site team at Saxon Gardens, with a focus on wellbeing, safety, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in a UK health and social care role preferred.
• Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults) is a plus, but not essential.
• Caring, dependable and passionate about supporting older adults.
• Living within commuting distance of the Saxon Gardens development in Oakham.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Care experience

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Job description

McCarthy & Stone in Oakham is seeking a part-time Care Assistant to support residents at Saxon Gardens. The role involves hands-on daily tasks, social activities, and promoting independence for older adults in a single location.

The position offers 20 hours per week with pay between £13.70 and £15.00 per hour, plus funded training and on-site support. You will join a caring on-site team at Saxon Gardens, with a focus on wellbeing, safety, and community engagement.