General Assistant

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful. ABOUT YOU People in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further. RE

Main duties of the job

As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll engage in a variety of tasks to support quality care and resident well-being. Your role will encompass diverse responsibilities such as housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and catering. The dynamic nature of this position means that each day brings different activities, allowing you to contribute significantly to maintaining a warm and welcoming environment. Emphasizing care and empathy, you'll prioritize residents, fostering positive professional relationships that enhance their time with us. Qualities essential for this role include reliability, compassion, and a caring nature. Regardless of your background, being ready to make a difference is key. The role invites practical individuals who are adaptable and eager to take on various duties. Comprehensive training will equip you with the necessary skills to excel, and further skill development opportunities through courses are available. The rewarding nature of this role is complemented by a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services in the UK. With care homes and hospitals, they focus on delivering exceptional care tailored to meet individual needs. Barchester Healthcare is reputed for embracing a personal approach in all their services, ensuring residents feel valued and well cared for. The company nurtures an environment that fosters growth, learning, and career advancement. Employees become part of a dedicated team that upholds the values of kindness, respect, and trust. Commitment to professional and personal development is evident through offering various training programs and development courses for staff. Working at Barchester Healthcare means joining a supportive community focused on enhancing the lives of those in their care. The organizations culture emphasizes teamwork, as well as encouraging and celebrating success collectively. Barchester Healthcare remains dedicated to setting benchmarks in the service sector with comprehensive benefits packages, potential for career progression, and a work environment that upholds diversity, equality, and inclusion.

Details

• Date posted: 12 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.01 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1508959787
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Lasswade, EH18 1HT, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful.

ABOUT YOUPeople in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

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'

If you'd like to use your can-do approach and 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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