Overview
This role as a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the residents. You will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring that each resident receives personalized attention and companionship. This is a rewarding and varied role that allows you to develop your skills and progress in your career.
Responsibilities
As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting residents with their daily needs, from assisting with food and drink to following care plans and providing one-to-one time. The role involves a wide range of tasks, so you can expect a varied and fulfilling work environment. You will work to ensure that residents receive quality care and support, and you will be involved in daily living activities and companionship. Barchester Healthcare provides comprehensive training and development opportunities to help you thrive in this position.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes across the UK. They are committed to delivering personalized care and support to residents, with a focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment. The organization values its employees and offers a range of benefits and opportunities for career development.
Details
Date posted: 10 September 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £12.71 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 1379622722
Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Bristol, BS14 0AU
Job description and requirements
About the role As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they get the quality care and support they deserve. You will assist with daily living, provide support and companionship, and share moments and memories with residents. Every day will be different and you can expect a varied and rewarding workload, including supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans while ensuring one-to-one time with residents. This role offers an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.
About you To join us as a Care Assistant you will need some experience in caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach should shine through, and you should have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all residents. In return we provide all the training you need to thrive.
Rewards package
In return for your dedication, you will receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:
* Free training and development for all roles
* Access to wellbeing and support tools
* A range of retail discounts and savings
* Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
* Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards
And so much more!
If you’d like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Qualifications
Essential
* Experience in caring for older people
* A caring and compassionate approach
* Excellent communication skills
* A commitment to providing the best possible care for residents
Other requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure check may be required. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the UK NHS Careers information (as applicable).
Employer details
Barchester Healthcare
Bristol, BS14 0AU
Website: www.barchester.com
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