# Care Assistant - Bank - Care Home > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-assistant-bank-care-home/edf8181e-2547-4818-9c91-eddded079c41 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-assistant-bank-care-home/edf8181e-2547-4818-9c91-eddded079c41.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Salary:** £13.21 an hour - **Contract type:** Bank - **Employment type:** Flexible working - **Closing date:** 2026-08-10T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-12T07:02:35.687Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-6274?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1514996295&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### 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 ### Main duties of the job This role at Barchester Healthcare as a Bank Care Assistant is a casual, part-time opportunity designed for those interested in flexible work. The primary responsibility is to ensure residents at the care home receive quality care and support, enhancing their daily living. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, providing companionship, and occasionally supporting residents during meals. The role promises a fulfilling environment with varied and rewarding work. Applicants should have experience with elderly care, strong communication skills, and a warm-hearted, empathetic nature. In return, Barchester Healthcare offers competitive pay, flexibility, and ample opportunities for learning and development. Working hours will vary based on need, such as filling in during annual or sick leaves. This role allows individuals to use their skills meaningfully, with the organization's commitment to growth and quality resonating throughout. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UKs leading care providers, known for delivering high-quality care within their facilities, including care homes and hospitals. The organization places a strong emphasis on personalized, compassionate care, ensuring that residents and patients receive the support they need to thrive. Barchester is committed to creating a nurturing environment that fosters the physical, emotional, and social well-being of those in their care. They offer a range of services catering to different needs, from elderly care to more specialized medical services. Barchester values its employees, offering comprehensive learning and development opportunities to ensure career growth and staff satisfaction. Their flexible working arrangements and dedication to maintaining a caring environment underscore their role as a leading healthcare provider. ### Details - Date posted: 11 June 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £13.21 an hour - Contract: Bank - Working pattern: Flexible working - Reference number: 1514996295 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Darlington, DL3 0SW, 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. ## Job Details 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 ## Job Description This role at Barchester Healthcare as a Bank Care Assistant is a casual, part-time opportunity designed for those interested in flexible work. The primary responsibility is to ensure residents at the care home receive quality care and support, enhancing their daily living. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, providing companionship, and occasionally supporting residents during meals. The role promises a fulfilling environment with varied and rewarding work. Applicants should have experience with elderly care, strong communication skills, and a warm-hearted, empathetic nature. In return, Barchester Healthcare offers competitive pay, flexibility, and ample opportunities for learning and development. Working hours will vary based on need, such as filling in during annual or sick leaves. This role allows individuals to use their skills meaningfully, with the organization's commitment to growth and quality resonating throughout. ## 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. ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Some experience in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, a compassionate and empathetic approach. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.