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 Unlim
Main duties of the job As a Night Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for residents in their care homes. This position requires providing assistance with daily activities, offering companionship, and creating memorable experiences for senior residents. The ideal candidate needs experience working with older people, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate nature. Responsibilities include helping residents with meals, following care plans, and offering individual attention to each resident. The job offers competitive pay and a notable rewards package, including free training, retail discounts, and a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider in the UK, offering residential and nursing care services through its network of care homes. The company is committed to delivering high-quality care that you would expect for your loved ones. At Barchester, employees are valued and encouraged to bring dedication and compassion to their roles. They provide comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring that all staff are capable and confident in delivering exceptional care. The organisation focuses on creating a supportive and rewarding work environment, offering various benefits and rewards as recognition for hard work and dedication.
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, and empathy.
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)