Job summary This role as a Weekend Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare in Henfield offers a unique opportunity to provide compassionate and dedicated care to residents. The position involves working Friday and Saturday nights, with a competitive salary and a range of rewarding benefits. As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with daily living activities, providing support and companionship, and ensuring their overall wellbeing. Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will be responsible for helping residents enjoy each day by providing them with the quality care and support they deserve. Your duties will include assisting with daily living activities, following care plans, and ensuring that each resident receives one-on-one attention. You will need to have previous experience caring for older people, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach to deliver the highest standard of care. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services, with a network of care homes across the UK. The organisation is committed to creating a positive and fulfilling environment for both residents and staff, offering comprehensive training and development opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.12 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1180597919 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Henfield BN5 9UY Job description Job responsibilities To cover Friday & Saturday Nights ABOUT THE ROLE- A £500 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this 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: A £500 Golden Hello 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. Job description Job responsibilities To cover Friday & Saturday Nights ABOUT THE ROLE- A £500 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this 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: A £500 Golden Hello 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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be considered for this role, you will need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will be essential in delivering the highest standard of care and support for all residents. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be considered for this role, you will need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will be essential in delivering the highest standard of care and support for all residents. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Henfield BN5 9UY Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)