About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester complex care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to support our residents with a variety of needs, including advanced or young onset dementia, multiple sclerosis, neuro rehab and Huntington's disease. Our residents need highly specialised care to get the most out of life, and you'll be there deliver that by assisting with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. 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. With our newly refurbished units, welcoming atmosphere and extremely supportive management, this is the ideal environment to bring your dedication and compassion to.
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at a Barchester complex care home, you'll be responsible for assisting residents with a variety of needs, including advanced or young onset dementia, multiple sclerosis, neuro rehab, and Huntington's disease. Your role involves helping residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care they deserve. You'll offer daily living support, companionship, and ensure the residents have memorable experiences. The position requires you to support residents with their meals, follow care plans, and engage with them one-on-one. You must bring dedication, empathy, and compassion to the role. Previous experience with older people, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills are essential. In return, you'll receive competitive pay, training, and access to a range of benefits and a career pathway. This role is ideal for those wanting to make a difference in residents' lives and an aptitude for specialized care in a supportive environment.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services across the UK, offering a range of care options tailored to residents' needs, including complex care, dementia care, and specialist care services. Barchester Healthcare is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for both staff and residents, offering modern, well-equipped facilities and a team of dedicated professionals. With a focus on personalised care and the well-being of residents, Barchester Healthcare ensures that all residents receive compassionate and specialised care delivered by skilled staff. As part of its commitment to employee development, Barchester provides free training and development opportunities to support career progression within the company. Employees are also rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the organisation's dedication to its workforce and the quality of care it provides. This creates an environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their best quality of life.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester complex care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to support our residents with a variety of needs, including advanced or young onset dementia, multiple sclerosis, neuro rehab and Huntington's disease.
Our residents need highly specialised care to get the most out of life, and you'll be there deliver that by assisting with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. 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.
With our newly refurbished units, welcoming atmosphere and extremely supportive management, this is the ideal environment to bring your dedication and compassion to. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and make the most of the career pathway we can offer you.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant in complex care, 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 of 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
Swansea
SA4 4YF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)