Care Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE 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

Main duties of the job

The role of a Bank Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare involves supporting residents in a care home by ensuring they receive the quality care and companionship they deserve. The job responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, supporting residents with food and drink, and ensuring personalized care through one-on-one interaction. The position offers flexibility with varied work hours, acknowledging the necessity of covering roles such as during annual or sick leave. Key attributes for prospective candidates include a genuine care for older people, effective communication skills, and a compassionate approach. Barchester Healthcare values staff growth, providing ample training and development opportunities to thrive in their roles.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider within the UK's healthcare sector, employing skilled individuals to deliver high-quality care across various facilities. The organisation prioritizes the growth of its employees by offering supportive training and development programs, fostering a professional environment that accommodates personal and career growth. Barchester Healthcare is committed to maintaining a fulfilling work atmosphere for its staff and upholding standards of care that mirror what staff would anticipate for their own relatives, ensuring a rewarding employment opportunity for individuals eager to contribute positively in the healthcare field.

Details

• Date posted: 07 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £14.80 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1524439596
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Hayling Island, PO11 9JZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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.

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