Relief Care Assistant

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Posted Nov 6, 2026
1 position

£14.69–£15.99 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

Provide person-centred support with residents’ personal care and daily routines, and organise or participate in activities. Help with appointments, practical tasks and outings, offer a consistent friendly presence, and carry out light cleaning and domestic duties.

Job details

Job Introduction Looking for a Care Assistant job in Uxbridge, Middlesex Join McCarthy & Stone as a Relief Care Assistant and enjoy a rewarding role based in just one modern location. No travelling between clients – just quality care in a beautiful environment. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we’ll support your journey. You will be working a mix of early shifts, and late shifts, including alternate weekends. Why You’ll Love This Role No Travel Required – Work in one location Lysander Place with no community rounds Modern, Inspiring Workplace – A comfortable and welcoming place to work Competitive Pay - £14.69 to £15.99 per hour for some evening/weekend shifts* Paid Training – Learn on the job with full support Supportive Team – Be part of a compassionate, professional care team What We Offer Competitive hourly rate with enhancements for unsocial hours Company pension and life assurance Discounted stays in McCarthy Stone apartments 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support Access to our exclusive employee discounts platform What You’ll Do As a Relief Care Assistant, you’ll deliver high-quality, person-centred care. Your role will include: Supporting residents with personal care and daily routines Organising and joining in with activities Booking appointments and helping with practical tasks Escorting residents on outings and appointments Being a consistent, friendly presence in residents’ lives Light cleaning and domestic duties About You We’re looking for someone who is: Warm, friendly, and passionate about supporting older adults A team player who is reliable and willing to learn Over 18 years old and preferably able to drive but not essential. Experience in care or a Health & Social Care Level 2 qualification is beneficial but not required. 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! Apply Today Start a fulfilling and flexible care career with McCarthy & Stone, a top UK employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and high-quality support. Apply now to join our caring community. Please note: We can only consider applications from candidates currently living in the UK. All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants should be warm, friendly, reliable, willing to learn, and passionate about supporting older adults; they must be over 18. Care experience or a Health & Social Care Level 2 qualification is beneficial but not required, and driving ability is preferred but not essential.