Job summary This role as a Night Care Assistant at a Barchester care home offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to residents, ensuring they receive the care and companionship they deserve. It involves assisting with daily living tasks, following care plans, and delivering one-on-one support to residents. Main duties of the job As a Night Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and attentive care to residents during the overnight shift. Your duties will include supporting residents with their daily needs, such as personal care, mobility assistance, and medication management. You will also be expected to monitor residents' well-being, document any changes or concerns, and work closely with the care team to ensure the delivery of personalized care. The role requires excellent communication skills, a caring nature, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services in the UK. The organization operates a network of care homes, offering residential, nursing, and specialist care to meet the diverse needs of its residents. Barchester is committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment for its dedicated staff, providing ongoing training and development opportunities. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1186629146 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Taunton TA1 5HF 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, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach are essential. The company will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in this role. 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, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach are essential. The company will provide all 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. Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Taunton TA1 5HF Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)