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. 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 roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your role is to help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. You will assist with daily living activities and provide support and companionship. Your duties can vary daily, including supporting residents with meals and drinks, following care plans, and ensuring one-on-one time with each resident. To be considered for this role, you should have some experience in caring for older people, possess a can-do approach, and have excellent communication skills. Your empathy and compassion are crucial for delivering high-standard care. Barchester Healthcare will provide all necessary training to help you succeed and thrive in your role. The rewards package includes a competitive pay rate, free training, wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, a referral bonus scheme, and awards for excellent service and long-term commitment. This role offers an opportunity to use your skills in a fulfilling and supportive environment, making a difference in residents' lives. If you are dedicated to quality care and looking for a rewarding place to work, this could be the job for you.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned care provider known for offering high-quality care and support to its residents. With a focus on creating fulfilling and supportive environments, Barchester Healthcare ensures that each resident receives the respect, care, and assistance they need to enjoy their daily lives. The company prides itself on having compassionate staff who are trained to deliver personalized care that caters to the unique needs of each resident. Barchester offers a wide range of care services, including those focused on elderly care, and is dedicated to maintaining high standards in all its care homes. Employees at Barchester are provided with continuous training and development opportunities to enhance their skills and ensure they can offer the best care possible. The organization values dedication, empathy, and a can-do approach, making it a rewarding place to work for those who are passionate about making a positive impact in the care sector.
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, excellent communication skills, empathy 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
Cambridge
CB25 9BX
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)