Relief Care & Support Assistant

McCarthy and Stone; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company dedicated to providing high-quality care as a Bank Care Assistant. Situated in a stylish retirement setting, this role offers meaningful engagement with residents, teamwork opportunities, and the chance to make a positive impact in their lives. Enjoy benefits like 28 days holiday and comprehensive training support.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Up to £1.30/hour extra for evening and weekend shifts

Life assurance

Company pension

Employee discounts on apartment purchases

Management and leadership training

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in care/support roles preferred.
• Passionate about enhancing the wellbeing of older people.
• Enjoy working in a busy team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality individual care to residents.
• Support wellbeing through housekeeping and domestic duties.
• Assist residents with activities and appointments.

Skills

Warm personality

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults)

Job description

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McCarthy Stone - Bank Care Assistant

Location: Sydney Court estate, Sidcup

Situated along a quiet leafy street behind Waring Park, Synery Court offers a stylish retirement setting away from London’s hustle and bustle.

Salary: £12.72 per hour plus additional pay (see below)

Hours: To be agreed with the Estate Manager

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• Up to an extra £1.30/hour for evening and weekend shifts
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• Opportunity to stay in guest suites across UK developments
• Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family
• Management and leadership training, professional qualification support
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including counsellors and legal advisors, plus Mental Health First Aiders

Role Overview:

As a Bank 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, transport, shopping, and escorting residents as needed. Every day offers diverse opportunities to make a positive impact using your people skills.

About You:

• Warm, friendly personality with some experience in care/support roles
• Passionate about enhancing the wellbeing of older people
• Enjoy working as part of a team in a busy environment
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service
• Preferably hold a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults), or relevant experience and qualifications

McCarthy Stone is recognized as a great place to work. This role is rewarding and offers a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of older adults.

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