Job summary The role of a Night Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare involves providing high-quality care and support to residents in a care home setting. This is a permanent position that requires empathy, compassion, and excellent communication skills to ensure the well-being and comfort of the residents during the night shift. Main duties of the job As a Night Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and providing meals and drinks. You will also provide companionship and engage in one-on-one time with the residents, creating great moments and memories. The role is varied and rewarding, allowing you to put your skills and dedication to meaningful use while developing your career in the healthcare sector. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK, with a strong focus on delivering personalized and compassionate care to their residents. They are committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for both residents and their employees, offering a range of training and development opportunities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1227548611 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Southport PR9 8BL 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. 3231 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. 3231 Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join Barchester Healthcare as a Night Care Assistant, you will need to have some experience in caring for older people, a positive and proactive attitude, and excellent communication skills. You should also have the compassion and empathy necessary to provide the highest standard of care and support for all residents. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join Barchester Healthcare as a Night Care Assistant, you will need to have some experience in caring for older people, a positive and proactive attitude, and excellent communication skills. You should also have the compassion and empathy necessary to provide 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 Southport PR9 8BL Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)