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Care Assistant - Care Home


Location
Salary
£13.21 an hour
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Deadline
10 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
12 Jun 2026
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Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As 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 YOU To 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 PACKAGE In 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 roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. You will assist with daily living, providing support and companionship, and share great moments and memories with residents. This position offers a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Each day will be different, and the work will be as varied as it is rewarding. Your responsibilities may include supporting residents with their food and drink, following care plans, and ensuring each resident receives one-on-one time. It is an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. Barchester offers a comprehensive rewards package, including free training and development for all roles, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts and savings, a Refer a Friend bonus scheme, Employee of the Month rewards, and Long Service Awards. If you want 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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care in the UK, with a network of care homes and hospitals that focus on delivering the highest quality of support and assistance to their residents. The organisation is committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment for both residents and employees. With a range of services that include residential, nursing, and dementia care, Barchester ensures that residents receive the tailored and personal care they need. The company has a strong focus on continuous professional development for its employees, offering opportunities for training and career progression. Barchester's ethos revolves around delivering person-centred care, allowing residents to live with dignity and respect while enjoying the best possible quality of life. With sector-leading rewards and benefits, Barchester Healthcare attracts compassionate and dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Details

  • Date posted: 11 June 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £13.21 an hour
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
  • Reference number: 1515442802
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Grantham, NG31 8AF, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT 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 PACKAGE

In 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.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To join Barchester as a Care Assistant, you need to have some experience of caring for older people. A can-do approach and excellent communication skills are essential for this role. Empathy and a warm-hearted approach are also important, as is the compassion required to deliver the highest standard of care and support for residents. In return, Barchester provides all necessary training to help you thrive in this role.

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