Care Assistant - Care Home

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 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 Barchester Healthcare, you'll help residents enjoy each day by providing high-quality care and support. This role involves assisting residents with daily living, offering companionship, and ensuring they receive the attention they deserve. You'll work in a dynamic environment where each day is varied, performing tasks such as supporting residents with meals, following care plans, and providing individualized attention. This role requires experience in caring for older people, a proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate nature. In return, Barchester offers competitive pay, training, and a comprehensive benefits package including retail discounts and a bonus scheme for employee referrals. This position offers a chance to enhance your skills in a meaningful setting, supported by a leading healthcare organization dedicated to delivering high standards of care.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of high-quality care services across the UK, managing numerous care homes and hospitals. Established in 1992, Barchester has built a strong reputation for delivering compassionate and personalized care for older adults and those in need. The organization is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents by creating nurturing environments and providing expert care tailored to individual needs. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, Barchester invests in staff development and maintains robust training programs, ensuring that employees are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles. Employees at Barchester benefit from comprehensive support systems, including access to wellbeing tools and career growth opportunities in a rewarding and dynamic work environment.

Details

• Date posted: 21 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.21 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1528813630
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Scarborough, YO12 4EQ, 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.