McCarthy Stone
Care & Support Assistant
AL1 1NR
Key information
- Pay
- £14.12 to £15.42 a year
- Hours
- Part-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted date
- 16 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Nov 2026
About this role
Join McCarthy Stone as a Care Assistant – Make a Real Difference!
Care Assistant – One Location, Real Impact!
Eleanor House, London Road, St Albans
Part-time | 16 hours per week
£14.12 - £15.42 per hour (enhanced pay for evenings & weekends)
UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship
notavailable.
Are you looking for a
rewarding care role where all your clients are in one place—no travel between calls? Join
McCarthy & Stone at our Eleanor House Development in St Albans and make a genuine difference every day.
Shift Pattern
8am to 2pm & 2pm to 10pm
Why You’ll Love This 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
- Supporting 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
What We Offer
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£14.12 - £15.42 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 For
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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.
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.
At McCarthy & Stone, we celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background.
All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date
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