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 for all our residents.
Main duties of the job As a Night Care Assistant at a Barchester care home in Horsham, you will play a vital role in ensuring that residents receive the quality care and support they need during the night. This temporary position offers a rewarding experience where you will assist with daily living activities, providing not only practical support but also valuable companionship. Your responsibilities will vary, ranging from supporting residents with their nutrition to following specific care plans and ensuring that each resident receives personalized attention. To thrive in this role, prior experience in caring for older people is essential, along with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills. You will be known for your empathy and warm-hearted approach, committed to delivering the highest standard of care. In return, Barchester offers free training and development, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and more. Join an organisation where your people skills contribute to the quality care expected for loved ones.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services across the UK. With a focus on delivering exceptional standards of care to its residents, Barchester operates care homes and hospitals that cater to a wide range of needs. The company is committed to providing a fulfilling environment for both residents and staff, ensuring that everyone receives the compassionate and personalised care they deserve. Barchester Healthcare values its employees, offering career development opportunities and comprehensive training to support their professional growth. With sector-leading benefits, wellbeing tools, and a variety of rewards programs, Barchester creates an empowering and rewarding workplace culture. The organisation takes pride in its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of care, making it a trusted choice for families seeking quality care for their loved ones.
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.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Experience in caring for older people, a can-do approach, excellent communication skills, empathy, 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
Horsham
RH12 5HT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)