Relief Care Assistant

McCarthy & Stone; Hertford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate with unsocial‑

Company pension and life assurance

Discounted stays in McCarthy Stone‑ap

24/7 counselling and wellbeing support

Exclusive employee discounts platform

Job summary

Relief Care Assistant role based at Edward House in Hertford, Hertfordshire. No travel between clients; you’ll support residents in one location with personal care and daily routines.

McCarthy Stone offers on-the-job training, a friendly care team, and a competitive hourly rate with enhancements for unsocial hours. Applicants must be 18+, with care experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Over 18 years old and preferably able to drive but not essential.
• Experience in care or a Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification is beneficial but not required.
• UK-based applicants only.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Care experience

Empathy

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2 qualification

Job description

Looking for a Relief Care Assistant job in Hertford, Hertfordshire

Join McCarthy Stone as a Relief Care Assistant and enjoy a rewarding role based in just one modern location. No travelling between clients – just quality care in a beautiful environment. Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, we’ll support your journey. Are you looking for a rewarding care role where all your clients are in one place—no travel between calls? Join Edward House and make a genuine difference every day.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• No Travel Required – Work in one location with Edward House, Hertford, Hertfordshire no community rounds
• Modern, Inspiring Workplace – A comfortable and welcoming place to work
• Competitive Pay – £14.12 per hour, up to £15.42 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 Relief 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. As of January 2025, 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 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list!