About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll 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.
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. You will assist with daily living and provide support and companionship, sharing great moments and memories with residents. The role offers a chance to bring dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment where every day is different. Responsibilities include supporting residents with their food and drink, following care plans, and ensuring residents have one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. The role requires some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach, and excellent communication skills, along with a compassionate nature. In return, Barchester provides all necessary training and a competitive rate of pay, plus benefits including free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, referral bonuses, and employee recognition programs.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a major healthcare provider in the UK, specializing in offering high-quality care and medical support services across multiple facilities, including care homes and healthcare centers. With a focus on creating a supportive and nurturing environment for both residents and staff, Barchester stands out as a sector leader. The organisation is committed to providing personalised care as well as promoting the wellbeing and development of its employees through continuous training opportunities. The organisation values dedication and compassion, seeking staff who are committed to the wellbeing of their residents. Barchester's robust rewards system for its employees including competitive pay, training, and development, wellbeing support, and various discount schemesreflects its commitment to recognising its staff's hard work and dedication. The organisation strives to maintain a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and is known for its person-centred approach towards care.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
REWARDS PACKAGE
In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:
Free training and development for all rolesAccess to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savingsUnlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus schemeEmployee 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Some experience in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, and a warm-hearted, compassionate approach.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Bridlington
YO15 3NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)