Job summary
This is a Care Assistant role at a Barchester care home, where you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to elderly residents. You will assist with daily living activities, ensure residents receive the care they need, and develop meaningful connections with them. This is a rewarding role that offers excellent training and development opportunities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.
Main duties of the job
As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their daily living activities, such as personal care, meals, and social activities. You will follow care plans to ensure each resident receives the appropriate level of support, and you will also provide companionship and share great moments with them. The role is varied and rewarding, and you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, offering high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. The company is committed to delivering the best possible care and support to its residents, and it invests heavily in the training and development of its staff.
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.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. To join as a Care Assistant, you will need to have some experience of caring for older people, a positive and proactive attitude, and excellent communication skills. You should also have a strong sense of empathy and compassion, as these are essential qualities for this role.