McCarthy Stone
Care Assistant
CO2 7WE
Key information
- Pay
- £13.26 to £14.56 an hour
- Hours
- Part-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted date
- 29 Sep 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Oct 2026
About this role
Join McCarthy & Stone as a Care and Support Assistant – Make a Real Difference!
Care Assistant – Lancer House, Colchester- One Location, Real Impact!
Part-time | 16 hours per week
£13.26 - £14.56 per hour (enhanced pay for evenings & weekends)
UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship
notavailable.
Are you looking for a
rewarding care rolewhere all your clients are in one place—no travel between calls? Join McCarthy & Stone at our
Lancer House Development in
Colchesterand make a genuine difference every day.
Lancer House this gorgeous new
Retirement Living PLUS development comprises of retirement apartments for the over 70’s.
You will be working a mix of
early shifts,and
late shifts, including
alternate weekends.
Why You’ll Love the Role
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No Travel Required – Support residents in one central, modern location.
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Supportive Team – Join a dedicated, friendly care team on-site.
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Real Impact – Help older adults live independently and actively.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Support residents with daily domestic tasks like appointments, light cleaning, laundry and shopping.
- Assisting with social activities and wellbeing routines.
- Promoting independence, dignity, and community engagement.
- Supporting with individual care packages, including supporting with personal care
What We Offer
- £13.26 per hour, up to £14.56 per hour (depending on shifts)
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Fully paid training – Get qualified with funded Level 2 or 3 in Adult Care
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28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
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Company pension & life insurance
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24/7 Employee Assistance Program – Mental health & wellbeing support
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Exclusive Perks
- Staff discounts on McCarthy & Stone apartments
- Discounted gift cards and dining
- Access to guest suites in our UK developments
Who We’re Looking Fo
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Experience
1+ year in a UK health and social care role preferred,
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Qualification
Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults) is a plus, but not essential.
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Personality
Caring, dependable, and passionate about supporting older adults
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Location
Living within commuting distance of the development.
Who We’re Looking For
-
Experience
1+ year in a UK health and social care role preferred,
-
Qualification
Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults) is a plus, but not essential.
-
Personality
Caring, dependable, and passionate about supporting older adults
-
Location
Living within commuting distance of the development.
Why Join McCarthy Stone?
We’re proud to be a Great Place to Work™, committed to career growth, teamwork, and improving the lives of older adults.
Apply Now!
Applications are reviewed as received – we may close early for the right candidate.
UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship not available.
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