Job summary This role as a Night Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare in Seaford offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of care home residents. You'll provide compassionate, high-quality support and companionship, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring the well-being of each individual. It's a rewarding opportunity to develop your skills and build a fulfilling career in the care sector. Main duties of the job As a Night Care Assistant, you'll be responsible for providing exceptional care and support to residents throughout the night shift. This will involve assisting with personal care, administering medication, monitoring residents' conditions, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. You'll work closely with the nursing team to implement care plans and deliver personalized care tailored to each resident's needs. Strong communication skills, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a positive impact are essential for this role. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services in the UK. With a network of care homes and assisted living facilities, they are dedicated to delivering personalized care and support that enhances the lives of their residents. The company is committed to investing in its employees, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive training, and opportunities for professional development. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £14 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1249874350 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Seaford BN25 3DG 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'll need to have previous experience in caring for older people. A caring and compassionate nature, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn and develop your skills are also essential. The company will provide the necessary training to help you thrive in this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be considered for this role, you'll need to have previous experience in caring for older people. A caring and compassionate nature, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn and develop your skills are also essential. The company will provide the necessary training to help you thrive in this role. 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 Seaford BN25 3DG Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)