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
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will be responsible for ensuring residents receive the quality care and support they deserve. This involves assisting with daily living activities, providing companionship, and making sure every resident has personalized care and attention. You will play a key role in creating a caring environment where residents can enjoy their day-to-day life. The role requires a compassionate nature and the ability to adapt to a varied range of tasks. Responsibilities may include assisting with food and drink, following care plans, and providing one-on-one time with residents. Experience in caring for older people and a strong set of communication skills are necessary for this position. In return, you are offered a competitive pay rate, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes training, development opportunities, and retail discounts. Working for Barchester means being part of a team that values dedication and compassion and rewards it through a supportive work environment and various recognition programs.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a well-established provider of high-quality care services, committed to improving the lives of older people through excellent care standards, a supportive environment, and a dedicated team. At Barchester care homes, the focus is on personalized care that meets the unique needs of each resident. They prioritize a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where residents health and happiness are at the forefront. With a range of care services offered, including residential, nursing, and dementia care, Barchester ensures that every staff member, including Care Assistants, is provided with the necessary training and development tools needed to thrive in their role. Barchester Healthcare values its employees and strives to create a rewarding workplace where dedication and quality care are recognized and appreciated. The organisation places great emphasis on employee development, wellbeing, and a rewarding career path, ensuring staff are equipped to provide exceptional 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, a can-do approach, and excellent communication skills.
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
Hebburn
NE31 2SL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)