Job summary This is a permanent Night Care Assistant role at Barchester Healthcare, a leading provider of care homes in the UK. As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to the residents, ensuring their daily needs are met and creating a warm and compassionate environment. The role offers competitive pay and a range of benefits, including free training and development opportunities. Main duties of the job As a Night Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your primary responsibilities will be to assist residents with their daily living activities, provide support and companionship, and ensure they receive the quality care they deserve. This involves tasks such as helping with meals and drinks, following care plans, and ensuring each resident receives one-on-one attention. You will need to have previous experience in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate and empathetic approach to deliver the highest standard of care. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The company operates over 200 care homes and employs thousands of dedicated professionals, including nurses, carers, and support staff. Barchester is known for its focus on training and development, and for providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for its employees. Date posted 02 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1180598593 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Shrewsbury SY3 8PP 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 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 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 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 in caring for older people, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Empathy, compassion, and the ability to deliver the highest standard of care are essential for this position. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be considered for this role, you will need to have some experience in caring for older people, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Empathy, compassion, and the ability to deliver the highest standard of care are essential for this position. 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 Shrewsbury SY3 8PP Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)