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£13.26 per hour, up to £14.56 depending on shifts (enhanced for evenings and weekends)
Working Hours:
20
Location:
Closing Date:
25/10/2026
Job Category:
Estate, Care and Support
Department:
Booth Court
Business Area:
Services
Job Introduction
Join McCarthy & Stone as a Care andSupport Assistant – Make a Real Difference! Care Assistant – One Location, Real Impact! Booth Court, Ipswich Part-time | 20 hours per week £13.26 - £14.56 per hour (enhanced pay for evenings & weekends) UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship not available.
Are you looking for a rewarding care rolewhere all your clients are in one place—no travel between calls? Join McCarthy & Stone at our Booth Court Development in Ipswichand make a genuine difference every day.
You will be working a mix of early shifts, and late shifts, including alternate weekends.
Why You’ll Love the Role:
- No Travel Required – Support residents in one central, modern location.
- Supportive Team – Join a dedicated, friendly care team on-site.
- 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)
- Fully paid training – Get qualified with funded Level 2 or 3 in Adult Care
- Company pension & life insurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program – Mental health & wellbeing support
- Staff discounts on McCarthy & Stone apartments
- Discounted gift cards and dining
- Access to guest suites in our UK developments
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.
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
About Us
As the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. McCarthy & Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people.
We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected , recognised, and valued than ever. 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 2026 as well as making the Great Place to Work for Development and Wellbeing list!
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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Care Assistant in Ipswich employer: McCarthy & Stone Ltd
McCarthy & Stone is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Care Assistants at our Corbett Court development in Burgess Hill, East Sussex. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including life insurance, a company pension, and opportunities for professional growth through management training, we prioritise the wellbeing of our staff while enabling them to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older residents. Join us in a role where your compassion and dedication can truly shine, all within a beautiful setting designed for enhancing later life.
