Job summary
As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship, and sharing great moments and memories. It's an opportunity to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment.
Main duties of the job
Every day will be different, offering varied and rewarding tasks. As a Care Assistant, your responsibilities may include supporting residents with their food and drink, following care plans, and ensuring each resident has one-to-one time. This role allows you to use your skills meaningfully and develop your career.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and retirement communities across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and support, creating a comfortable and fulfilling environment for our residents.
Date posted
02 May 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.71 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1293712932
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare, Wisbech, PE14 8JB
Job description
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship, and sharing memorable moments. Every day will be different, and your tasks may include supporting residents with food and drink, following care plans, and providing one-to-one time. This role offers a meaningful way to use your skills and grow your career.
ABOUT YOU
To join us as a Care Assistant, you should have some experience caring for older people, a proactive approach, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-heartedness will shine through, and you'll need the compassion to deliver top-quality care. We provide all necessary training to help you thrive in this role.
REWARDS PACKAGE
In return, you'll receive competitive pay plus our sector-leading benefits, including free training, wellbeing support tools, retail discounts, unlimited referrals through our 'Refer a Friend' scheme, Employee of the Month rewards, and Long Service Awards. There’s much more to enjoy!
If you want to use your people skills in an organization dedicated to providing quality care, this is a rewarding place to work.
Person Specification Qualifications
* Experience caring for older people
* Can-do attitude
* Excellent communication skills
* Empathy and warmth
* Compassion to deliver high standards of care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order). A DBS check will be required to verify any previous convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more information, see the NHS Careers website.
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