Care Assistant - Care Home

Job summaryThis is a rewarding opportunity to work as a Care Assistant in a Barchester Healthcare care home. You will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to residents, helping them with daily activities and ensuring their wellbeing. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and excellent benefits, making it an attractive choice for individuals passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of older people. Main duties of the jobAs a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with various tasks such as personal care, feeding, and engaging in meaningful activities. You will work closely with the care team to develop and implement personalized care plans, ensuring that each resident receives the support they need. Your empathy, compassion, and strong communication skills will be essential in creating a warm and supportive environment for the residents. The role offers opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization. About usBarchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in the UK, operating a network of care homes and supporting the wellbeing of older people. The organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and creating a positive, inclusive environment for both residents and staff.Job description Job responsibilitiesABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUTo 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 PACKAGEIn 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.3231Job description Job responsibilitiesABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUTo 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 PACKAGEIn 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.3231Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be considered for this role, you will need some experience in caring for older people, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills. Empathy and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of residents are also essential. No formal qualifications are required, as Barchester Healthcare provides comprehensive training to support you in your role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be considered for this role, you will need some experience in caring for older people, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills. Empathy and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of residents are also essential. No formal qualifications are required, as Barchester Healthcare provides comprehensive training to support you in your role. Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 nameBarchester Healthcare AddressBarchester HealthcareWorkingtonCA14 3NE Employer's website