About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful. ABOUT YOU People in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of
Main duties of the job As a General Assistant at Barchester care home, you'll engage in a variety of duties to support the quality care and well-being of our residents. Responsibilities will span across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and catering, contributing to a welcoming and homely atmosphere. In this role, no two days are identical, offering diverse tasks that emphasize placing residents first. Building professional relationships with residents is key, ensuring their experience is both positive and meaningful. It is essential that you are reliable, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, regardless of your previous career path. Practicality is a must, as you'll tackle diverse tasks with training provided to ensure you thrive. Barchester also offers opportunities for further skill development through courses. Additionally, Barchester provides competitive salaries and one of the most notable rewards packages in the care sector, including free training, well-being tools, and a range of retail discounts.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a reputable provider known for delivering quality care in its homes. The company focuses on creating a supportive and homely environment for residents, which is evident in the wide-reaching responsibilities employees hold. By prioritizing the residents' experiences, Barchester fosters positive professional relationships, making it a place where employees can significantly impact lives. The organization values diversity, welcoming those from various backgrounds and walks of life to join its team. Barchester prides itself on training staff comprehensively, ensuring that all team members possess the skills necessary to excel in their roles. Furthermore, they offer continuous development opportunities to enhance employee capabilities, contributing to personal growth and professional advancement. Employees benefit from a generous rewards package, including free training, well-being support tools, and retail discounts, solidifying Barchester's commitment to being a rewarding workplace.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful.
ABOUT YOUPeople in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:
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
If you'd like to use your can-do approach and 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
No formal qualifications are specified, but reliability, compassion, and flexibility in handling different tasks are essential. Training will be provided.
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
Southport
PR9 8BL
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)