Job summary This role as a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home involves providing high-quality care and support to residents, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring each resident receives personalized attention and companionship. It's a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of older people while developing your caregiving skills. Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant, you'll be responsible for supporting residents with their daily needs, from helping with meals and personal care to engaging them in social activities and creating positive experiences. You'll work closely with the care team to implement individualized care plans and ensure the well-being and comfort of all residents. The role offers variety and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in your care. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes across the UK. They are committed to creating a supportive and enriching environment for residents, where they can live with dignity and independence. The organisation values its staff and provides comprehensive training, development opportunities, and a range of benefits to support their professional and personal growth. Date posted 02 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1180598410 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Wisbech PE13 3EP 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. 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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be a successful Care Assistant, you'll need some prior experience in caring for older people, a compassionate and person-centered approach, and excellent communication skills. A can-do attitude and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated care team are also essential. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be a successful Care Assistant, you'll need some prior experience in caring for older people, a compassionate and person-centered approach, and excellent communication skills. A can-do attitude and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated care team are also essential. 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 Wisbech PE13 3EP Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)