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 train
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll be part of a team that supports residents to ensure they receive high-quality care. Your role includes assisting with daily living, providing companionship, and creating memorable moments. This position offers a variety that keeps the work both interesting and rewarding. Main duties include supporting the residents' dietary needs, adhering to care plans, and ensuring one-on-one interaction with residents. You'll have a chance to make meaningful use of your skills and advance in your career. To qualify, candidates need experience in elder care, a positive approach, and excellent communication skills. Barchester Healthcare offers competitive pay and a sector-leading rewards package, including free training and development for all roles, access to wellbeing and support tools, and a range of retail discounts and savings. They also offer unlimited referrals through their 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, and awards for 'Employee of the Month' and 'Long Service'.
About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the largest providers of high-quality care services in the United Kingdom. They offer a range of services tailored to meet the needs of individuals requiring various types and levels of care. With years of experience, Barchester emphasizes the importance of quality care in safe and supportive environments designed to deliver a home-like feel for their residents. The company takes pride in its team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing personalized care and support that aligns with the residents' needs. Barchester Healthcare values compassion, dedication, and professionalism among its staff. Their network of care homes and hospitals hosts an extensive array of amenities that promote comfort and well-being for both residents and staff. As an organization, they invest heavily in employee development, offering continuous training opportunities to ensure that staff can grow and progress in their careers, reflecting the companys commitment to delivering exemplary service.
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
Experience in caring for older people, strong communication skills, and a compassionate approach.
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
Upminster
RM14 2YP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)