Relief Care Assistant

McCarthy & Stone; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate with unsocial‑

Enhanced pay for evenings/weekends

Company pension and life assurance

Discounted stays in McCarthy & Stone–s

24/7 counselling and wellbeing support

Exclusive employee discounts platform

Job summary

McCarthy & Stone Ltd is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join a single-location role in Aberdeen. This zero-hour position offers the chance to work in a modern, supportive environment with no travel between clients.

You’ll provide person-centred care, support residents with daily routines, and assist with activities. Training is provided and driven by a compassionate, professional team committed to wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Over 18 years old
• Health & Social Care Level 2 beneficial but not required
• Experience in care or health/social care setting is a plus
• UK resident only (as noted)

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to residents
• Assist with personal care and daily routines
• Organise activities and join in with social engagement
• Book appointments and help with practical tasks
• Escort residents to appointments and outings
• Light cleaning and domestic duties

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2 (beneficial)

Job description

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Join McCarthy & Stone as a Zero-hour Care Assistant and enjoy a rewarding role based in just one modern location. No traveling between clients – just quality care in a beautiful environment. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we’ll support your journey.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• No Travel Required – Work in one locationFlorence Court with no community rounds
• Modern, Inspiring Workplace – A comfortable and welcoming place to work
• Competitive Pay – £14.24 per hour, up to £15.54 for some evening/weekend shifts*
• Paid Training – Learn on the job with full support
• Supportive Team – Be part of a compassionate, professional care team

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate with enhancements for unsocial hours
• Company pension and life assurance
• Discounted stays in McCarthy & Stone apartments
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Access to our exclusive employee discounts platform

What You’ll Do

As a Zero-hour Care Assistant, you’ll deliver high-quality, person-centred care. Your role will include:

• Supporting residents with personal care and daily routines
• Organising and joining in with activities
• Booking appointments and helping with practical tasks
• Escorting residents on outings and appointments
• Being a consistent, friendly presence in residents’ lives
• Light cleaning and domestic duties

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Warm, friendly, and passionate about supporting older adults
• A team player who is reliable and willing to learn
• Over 18 years old and preferably able to drive but not essential.
• Experience in care or a Health & Social Care Level 2 qualification is beneficial but not required.

Please note: We can only consider applications from candidates currently living in the UK.

About Us

As the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. McCarthy &Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people.

We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy & Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain.

We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2026 as well as making the Great Place to Work for Development and Wellbeing list!