Care Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 Bank 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 Bank 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 As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

Main duties of the job

This position offers flexible, part-time hours as a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home in Croydon. The role involves supporting residents with daily living activities, providing companionship, and sharing memorable moments. Responsibilities include assisting with food and drink, following care plans, and offering one-to-one time with residents. Candidates should have experience caring for older adults, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills. Empathy and compassion are essential for delivering high-quality care and support. Training and development opportunities are provided. The position is temporary, with varied hours, providing cover for staff absences.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a UK-based healthcare provider known for its commitment to delivering high-quality care. With a focus on the well-being of residents, Barchester operates care homes throughout the country, offering a range of services tailored to different needs. The company values compassion, dedication, and the professional growth of its employees. It prides itself on creating supportive environments where both residents and staff can thrive. Barchester is recognized as one of the leading healthcare providers in the UK, focused on helping each resident enjoy a fulfilling day-to-day experience through personalized care and support.

Details

• Date posted: 17 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £15.35 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1527809025
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Croydon, CR0 5PH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 Bank 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 Bank 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 PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

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.