Relief Care Assistant

Mccarthy & Stone; Southmoor; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pension and life assurance

Discounted stays in McCarthy Stone опП

Wellbeing support

Job summary

McCarthy Stone is hiring a Relief Care Assistant in Henley-on-Thames. You’ll provide person-centred care in one location, supporting daily routines and activities without traveling between clients.

We offer paid training, a supportive team, and competitive pay for evening/weekend shifts. Applicants must be 18+, with caring, reliable traits; driving is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or willingness to learn.
• Over 18 years old; driving preferred but not essential.
• Warm, friendly and patient with older adults.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Care attitude

Team player

Reliability

Warmth with older adults

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2

Job description

Relief Care Assistant McCarthy & Stone Henley-On-Thames, UK

Looking for a Relief Care Assistant job in Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire

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 Albert Court and make a genuine difference every day.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• No Travel Required – Work in one location with Albert Court, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire 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.

Apply Today

Start a fulfilling and flexible care career with McCarthy Stone, a top UK employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and high-quality support.

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

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