Job summary The role of a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home involves providing high-quality care and support to residents, ensuring they receive the attention and companionship they deserve. It's a fulfilling job that requires empathy, compassion, and a willingness to assist with various daily living activities. The role offers opportunities for career development and a competitive benefits package. Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant, you'll be responsible for supporting residents with their daily routines, such as assisting with meals, personal care, and engaging in activities. You'll follow care plans to ensure the residents' needs are met, and you'll also spend one-on-one time with them, creating meaningful connections and memories. The role is diverse, with each day bringing new challenges and the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of the residents. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK. With a focus on delivering personalized care and support, the organization is committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment for its residents. Barchester Healthcare values its employees and provides training, development opportunities, and a range of benefits to support their career growth. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.54 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1248349881 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Chippenham SN14 6UZ Job description Job responsibilities 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 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. Job description Job responsibilities 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 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 To be considered for this role, you'll need some experience in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach. While formal qualifications are not essential, a willingness to learn and develop your skills is crucial. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be considered for this role, you'll need some experience in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach. While formal qualifications are not essential, a willingness to learn and develop your skills is crucial. 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 Chippenham SN14 6UZ Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)