About this role
Job summary Pay rate advertised includes bank enhancement. ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. 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 communicati
Main duties of the job This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working hours. As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will assist residents in enjoying each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they need. Responsibilities include helping with daily living activities, providing companionship, and ensuring one-to-one time with residents. You could be involved in various tasks such as assisting with meals, supporting residents' care plans, and creating memorable moments. To qualify, you need experience caring for older individuals, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Empathy, compassion, and a warm-hearted approach are essential. In return, Barchester offers competitive pay, free training and development, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and other sector-leading benefits and rewards.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services, operating care homes across the UK. The company focuses on delivering high-quality care to residents, ensuring they receive the support and attention they deserve. Barchester is dedicated to creating a positive and fulfilling environment for both residents and staff. The organisation values dedication, compassion, and empathy, providing employees with opportunities for growth and career development. Barchester offers a supportive workplace with extensive training and development programs, ensuring staff are well-equipped to deliver exceptional care. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including wellbeing support and a range of discounts and rewards.
Job description Job responsibilities
Pay rate advertised includes bank enhancement
ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. 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 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 in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, empathy, a can-do approach, and compassion.
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
Bourne
PE10 9UQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)