About this role
Job summary The role of a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home involves providing high-quality care and support to residents, ensuring their daily needs are met and creating a warm, nurturing environment. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals with experience in caring for older people, strong communication skills, and a compassionate approach.
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant, you'll be responsible for assisting residents with various daily activities, such as providing support with personal care, helping with meals and drinks, and engaging in one-on-one interactions to promote their wellbeing. You'll work closely with the care team to follow residents' care plans and ensure they receive the care and attention they deserve. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the residents while also developing your own skills and career.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the United Kingdom. With a focus on delivering person-centered care, Barchester aims to create a welcoming and supportive environment for its residents. The organization is committed to investing in its staff, providing comprehensive training and development opportunities to help them thrive in their roles.
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
To be considered for this position, you'll need to have some previous experience in caring for older people, along with a can-do attitude and excellent communication skills. Empathy, compassion, and the ability to deliver the highest standard of care are essential for this role.
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 9AN
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)