Relief Care Assistant

McCarthy Stone; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected care provider in the City of London seeks a Care and Support Assistant. You will enable residents to live independently through daily activities, light domestic support, and engagement coordination. Ideal candidates have care experience and a passion for supporting older adults. This role offers a starting pay of £13.61 per hour and includes benefits such as paid training and work-life balance.

Benefits

Paid Training

28 days of paid holiday

Life insurance and pension

Exclusive discounts for employees

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a UK health and social care role preferred.
• Warm, friendly demeanor with a passion for working with older adults.
• Team-oriented and dedicated to making a positive difference.

Responsibilities

• Provide light domestic duties to support residents’ daily living.
• Coordinate resident activities and assist with appointments and shopping.
• Assist residents to remain independent and engaged in the community.

Skills

Experience in health and social care

Teamwork

Compassionate service

Education

Level 2 QCF qualification in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Job description

Role Highlights

As a Care and Support Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in enabling residents to live independently and actively. Your daily tasks will include light domestic duties, coordinating resident activities, and assisting with appointments and shopping. Each day will be diverse, allowing you to make a significant impact on residents' wellbeing.

Position Details

Hours: 0 hours per week, with potential evening and weekend shifts as arranged with the manager.

Pay: Starting at £13.61 per hour.

Location: Shepheards House, Chislehurst (centralised development with no travel required).

Responsibilities

• Provide light domestic duties to support residents’ daily living.
• Coordinate resident activities and assist with appointments and shopping.
• Assist residents to remain independent and engaged in the community.

Qualifications & Skills

• A minimum of 1 year in a UK health and social care role is preferred, with a passion for working with older adults.
• A Level 2 QCF qualification in Health and Social Care (Adults) is an asset but not mandatory.
• Warm, friendly, and dedicated to exceptional service; thrives in a team environment and seeks to make a positive difference.

Why McCarthy Stone

We are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work. This rewarding role offers career growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

Benefits

• Paid Training: Earn while you learn with full funding for Level 2 or Level 3 Adult Care qualifications (eligibility applies).
• Work-Life Balance: 28 days of paid holiday (prorated for part-time).
• Financial and Wellness Support: Life insurance, a company pension, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program offering counselling and mental health support.
• Exclusive Discounts: Discounts on McCarthy Stone apartments for employees and immediate family, opportunities to stay in guest suites across UK developments, and discounts on gift cards for top brands and restaurants.

Apply & Notes

Apply today. We review applications as they come in and may close the position early for the right candidate. UK-based applicants only; sponsorship is not available.