Care Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Ipswich
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Social Care
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Personal care Social activities support Domestic tasks assistance Care planning Dignity and independence promotion Communication Empathy Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

Care Assistant

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a part-time Care Assistant for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in Ipswich, Suffolk. Salary £13.26 - £14.56 per hour (enhanced pay for evenings & weekends). UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship not available.

The Vacancy

Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] as a Care Assistant – Make a Real Difference!

Care Assistant – One Location, Real Impact!
Booth Court, Handford Road, Ipswich, Suffolk

Part-time – 20 hours per week
£13.26 - £14.56 per hour (enhanced pay for evenings & weekends)
UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship not available.

Booth Court is a canal side development of 59 one and two bedroom apartments with stylish facilities including a homeowners’ lounge, table service restaurant and stunning landscaped gardens.

Why You’ll Love This 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:

  • 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:

  • £13.26 - £14.56 per hour (depending on shifts)
  • Fully paid training – Get qualified with funded Level 2 or 3 in Adult Care
  • 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
  • Company pension & life insurance
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program – Mental health & wellbeing support
  • Exclusive Perks: Staff discounts on [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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.

Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

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, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] provides high quality homes. As of January 2025, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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 2020 we launched the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Charitable Foundation. We are certified as a Great Place to Work 2025.

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