About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift. ABOUT YOU A background in care is important for the role of Regional Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful, as would a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE Engl
Main duties of the job As a Regional Care Assistant at Barchester care homes, you will be responsible for delivering care and support with warmth, empathy, and respect within a 20-mile radius. Your duties will include monitoring care delivery, contributing to care planning for each resident, and recording vital observations such as temperature and blood pressure. The role involves a variety of tasks, including providing companionship and ensuring every resident has meaningful interactions with carers every shift. A background in care is essential, with an understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is beneficial, along with a good understanding of the healthcare industry. You should ideally have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Access to a car is necessary for travel due to the regional nature of the role, with mileage covered for travel over five miles from your main home. You may also be eligible for a bonus if a Good' rating is achieved during an inspection while you are on duty. Benefits include free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, a Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, Employee of the Month' rewards, and Long Service Awards'.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent care provider within the UK, known for delivering quality health care and supportive services to individuals in need. They operate a range of care homes with a focus on fostering empathetic and personalized care. The organization emphasizes training and developing staff to ensure they have the necessary skills and resources to provide the highest standard of care. With a commitment to both residents and employees, Barchester Healthcare offers various benefits, including training programs, wellbeing and support tools, discounts, and reward schemes. Ensuring their ethos on comprehensive care, Barchester strives to make every resident feel respected, valued, and cared for. They pride themselves on creating a comfortable, homely environment while encouraging the personal and professional growth of their team.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.
ABOUT YOUA background in care is important for the role of Regional Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful, as would a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus.
REWARDS PACKAGEIn 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 care experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
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Qualifications Essential
A background in care is important, and a Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is useful. Having C or above in GCSE English and Maths is ideal.
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
Ashington
NE63 8HE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)