Care Assistant

Overview

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.Responsibilities

Provide light domestic duties and support residents to maintain independence.Coordinate resident activities and assist with appointments and shopping.Support residents in wellbeing and daily living activities.About You

Experience:

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.Skills:

Warm, friendly, and dedicated to exceptional service, you thrive in a team environment and are eager 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. 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.Company context

As the UK''s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. McCarthy Stone operates 475 developments across the UK for more than 20,000 people. 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 2022 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list.Contract and Schedule

Contract: Permanent16 hours per week: working early and late shifts as arranged with the manager. Includes alternate weekends.Pay: Starting at £12.39 per hour, with enhanced rates depending on shifts during weekends and evenings.Work Location

Whittaker Grange is a friendly Retirement Living PLUS community offering retirement apartments for the over 70s.Why You’ll Love Working Here

Beautiful Work Environment: Enjoy a modern facility designed for comfort and care.Supportive Team: Collaborate with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about making a difference.Comprehensive Benefits:Paid Training: Earn while you learn with full funding for Level 2 or Level 3 Adult Care qualifications (eligibility applies).Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday (prorated for part-time).Financial and Wellness Support: Access life insurance, a company pension, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program offering counselling, mental health support, and more.Exclusive Discounts: Discounts on McCarthy Stone apartments for employees and immediate family, opportunities to stay in guest suites across our UK developments, and discounts on gift cards for top brands and ..... full job details .....