About the Role
This dual role combines Personal Care and Domestic Services. You will work closely with the Field Care Supervisor, House Managers, and Care Performance Manager to deliver bespoke personal care and lifestyle services, including assistance with daily activities, personal hygiene, medication support, domestic tasks, companionship, and wellbeing activities. You will also maintain communal areas and support homeowners with social activities, transport arrangements, and appointments.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with personal care, daily activities, personal hygiene, and medication assistance.
* Provide domestic support such as cleaning, shopping, and managing household tasks.
* Maintain communal areas within our developments to a high standard.
* Support homeowners with social activities, transport arrangements, and attending appointments.
* Coordinate with team members to deliver a high quality, personalised experience for homeowners.
Qualifications & Skills
* Valid full UK driving licence and own vehicle.
* Previous experience in a care environment preferred but not essential; Level 2 Health and Social Care ideal.
* Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and time‑management ability.
* Willingness to travel between developments and work rota basis, including early mornings, late evenings, and alternate weekend shifts.
Location & Travel
Across Chester & surrounding areas. Travel expenses fully reimbursed and mileage paid at 43p per mile. Parking available on site. Uniform and mobile phone provided.
Working Hours & Compensation
Hourly rate: £14.50 per hour, plus up to £1.30 for evening and weekend hours.
Part‑time hours available per week. Rota basis includes mornings, evenings, and alternate weekend shifts between 7am‑10pm.
Benefits
* Up to 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part‑time).
* Life insurance and company pension.
* Opportunities to stay in our guest suites across all developments UK wide.
* Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family.
* Professional development: training opportunities, chance to work towards a Diploma in Health and Social Care, and progression to a senior care assistant role.
* Management and leadership training and support with professional qualifications.
* 24/7 access to Employee Assist Programme (including counsellors and legal advisors) and in‑house Mental Health First Aiders.
* Impactful work: Satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults every day.
* Staff referral scheme: up to £500 per referral.
Why Join Us?
We are a growing care team that values compassion, dedication, and a passion for supporting older people. Join McCarthy & Stone as a Mobile Care Assistant and play a key role in enhancing the quality of life for homeowners in our purpose‑built developments.
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