Care Assistant
Barchester HealthcareOverview
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by providing the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, offering support and companionship, and sharing great moments and memories. Every day will be different, and your role will be as varied as it is rewarding. Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting residents with their food and drink.
- Following care plans diligently.
- Ensuring each resident has one-to-one time.
This position offers a chance to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.
ABOUT YOU
To join Barchester Healthcare as a Bank Care Assistant, you'll need to have some experience in caring for older people, a proactive attitude, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted nature will shine through. Above all, you'll need the compassion required to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all Barchester Healthcare's residents. Barchester Healthcare provide all the training you need to thrive.
REWARDS PACKAGE
In addition to competitive pay, this role offers true flexibility and many free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, Barchester Healthcare take the growth of Barchester Healthcare's employees seriously.
Working Pattern
This is a Bank position, providing cover as needed for annual or sick leave, so your hours and days of work will vary.
If you’re eager to use your people skills in an organization that prioritizes quality care, this is a rewarding opportunity for you.
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in caring for older people.
- A can-do attitude and excellent communication skills.
- Compassion and warmth to deliver high-quality care.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
About Barchester Healthcare
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, operating care homes and retirement villages across the country. They are committed to providing the highest quality care and support to their residents, and offer a range of benefits and development opportunities to their employees.

Barchester Healthcare Ltd is an independent care provider in the United Kingdom, running over 250 care homes and seven registered hospitals across the country. The organisation employs over 17,000 staff in care homes which offer residential and nursing care.