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.
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll be responsible for helping residents lead fulfilling lives by providing them with high-quality care and support. Your daily responsibilities will include assisting with daily activities, offering companionship, and participating in shared moments and memories. This role is ideal for compassionate individuals with previous experience in elderly care, strong communication skills, and a can-do attitude. Barchester Healthcare offers a supportive environment where each day is different and enriching. You'll have opportunities to contribute meaningfully to residents' lives while advancing your own career with the provided training and development. The organisation values empathy, dedication, and a warm-hearted approach, and offers a competitive salary and a sector-leading benefits package.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of care homes and services, dedicated to delivering exceptional quality care to elderly residents. With a focus on creating a homely environment, they ensure that each resident receives personalised care and attention. They are committed to building a compassionate team of professionals who are trained and supported to excel in their roles. Barchester Healthcare values the well-being of both its residents and staff, providing extensive training, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to innovation in care, Barchester Healthcare offers a rewarding and fulfilling workplace for those passionate about making a difference in people's lives.
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 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 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 of caring for older people is required, along with excellent communication skills and a 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
Wisbech
PE13 3EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)