Relief Care and Support Assistant

McCarthy and Stone; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the health and social care sector is seeking a Relief Care and Support Assistant for their team in Isle of Wight. The role involves providing high-quality care to enhance the wellbeing of residents, while benefiting from competitive pay and a supportive work environment. The successful candidate will have a passion for helping older people and ideally some experience in care roles. Join a well-respected company and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals.

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Life assurance

Company pension

Management and leadership training

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality individual care to residents.
• Assist with housekeeping and domestic tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities that promote health.

Skills

People skills

Customer service

Education

QCF Health and Social Care (Adults) Level 2

Job description

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Client:

McCarthy and Stone

Location:

Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

McCarthy Stone is looking for a professional Relief Care and Support Assistant to join their team at their Somers Brook Courtyard in Newport, Isle of Wight.

Base Salary: £11.58 per hour plus additional pay (see below)

Hours: To be agreed with the Estate Manager

McCarthy Stone offers a range of support and benefits for staff, 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 developments nationwide
• Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family
• Management and leadership training and support for professional qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including counsellors and legal advisors, and access to in-house Mental Health First Aiders

About the role:

As a Relief Care and Support Assistant, you will provide high-quality individual care to residents, supporting their wellbeing. You will assist with housekeeping, domestic tasks, and encourage residents to participate in activities that promote health and happiness. Your duties will include helping residents book appointments, arrange transport, escort visits, and assist with shopping. The role is diverse and offers opportunities to make a positive impact using your people skills.

About you:

You are a warm, friendly individual, ideally with some experience in care or support roles.

You have a passion for enhancing the wellbeing of older people and enjoy working as part of a team in a busy environment.

You are committed to delivering excellent customer service.

You are interested in working in the Health and Social Care sector and preferably hold a QCF Health and Social Care (Adults) Level 2 qualification, though relevant experience and alternative qualifications will be considered.

McCarthy Stone is recognized as a great place to work! This is a rewarding role where you can be proud of making a difference in the lives of older adults.

Could this role be the perfect job for you?