Relief Care and Support Assistant

McCarthy and Stone; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector is seeking a Relief Care and Support Assistant in Stratford-upon-Avon. This role offers a supportive environment with the opportunity to provide individual care to residents, ensuring their wellbeing while working flexible shifts. Benefits include paid training, life assurance, and management training programs, all while making a positive impact on the lives of older people.

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Life assurance

Company pension

Management and leadership training

24/7 Employee Assist Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support roles is preferred.
• Warm and friendly personality required.
• Passion for improving the wellbeing of older people.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality individual care to residents.
• Assist with housekeeping, activities, and shopping support.
• Encourage participation in activities and assist with appointments.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service

Compassion

Education

QCF Level 2 qualification or relevant experience

Job description

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Relief Care and Support Assistant, Stratford-upon-Avon

Client: McCarthy and Stone

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e742b603f072

Job Views: 51

Posted: 24.06.2025

Expiry Date: 08.08.2025

Job Description:

How would you love a care role where all your clients are in one place?

No travelling in between

Gorgeous modern environment to work in

Great colleagues to work with and learn from

Get paid whilst you train!

McCarthy Stone is looking for a professional Relief Care and Support Assistant to join their team at Harvard Place estate in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire.

Base Salary: £11.96 per hour up to £13.26 (see below*)

Hours: To be agreed with the manager. (Day, evening, and weekend shifts available, all year round)

McCarthy Stone offers a wealth of support and benefits, including:

• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
• *Up to an additional £1.30 for working evening and weekend hours
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• Opportunities to stay in guest suites across UK developments
• Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family
• Management and leadership training and support with professional qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assist Programme (counsellors and legal advisors) and Mental Health First Aiders
• Benefits platform with discounted Gift Cards and eGifts for brands like restaurants and supermarkets

About the role:

As a Relief Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality individual care to residents, supporting their wellbeing. Your duties include housekeeping, domestic support, encouraging participation in activities, assisting with appointments, arranging transport, escorting visits, and shopping support. Every day offers variety and the chance to make a real difference using your people skills.

About you:

• You will live within an easily commutable distance to the estate.
• You are warm, friendly, with some experience in care or support roles.
• You are passionate about improving the wellbeing of older people and enjoy teamwork.
• You are committed to delivering excellent customer service.
• You aim to work in Health and Social Care, preferably with a QCF Level 2 qualification, or relevant experience and alternative qualifications considered.

McCarthy Stone has been recognized as a great place to work. This role is rewarding and provides a chance to make a positive impact on older people's lives.

Could this role be perfect for you?