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Night Care Assistant - Bank


Location
Salary
£13.75 an hour
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Deadline
12 Sep 2026
Contract Type
Bank
Posted Date
14 Jul 2026
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Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. 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

The Night Care Assistant - Bank position at Barchester Healthcare entails helping residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, providing support and companionship, and creating memorable moments. The environment is fulfilling with opportunities to use and develop skills meaningfully. Applicants need experience caring for older people, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Barchester Healthcare offers a competitive pay rate, free training, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme. They prioritize empathy and a warm-hearted approach with all necessary training provided to succeed.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider offering retirement and assisted living services across the UK. They operate care homes, independent hospitals, and complex care services, focusing on high-quality care with a personalised approach for all residents. The organization is committed to creating a fulfilling and supportive environment where both staff and residents feel valued and respected. Barchester Healthcare provides extensive training and development opportunities for employees, ensuring that team members have access to the latest skills and knowledge needed for their roles. They promote a culture of excellence, empathy, and community spirit across their operations.

Details

  • Date posted: 14 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £13.75 an hour
  • Contract: Bank
  • Working pattern: Flexible working
  • Reference number: 1526448030
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Monifieth, DD5 4HT, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. 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 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 PACKAGEIn 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.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, empathy, and a warm-hearted approach.

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This advert is for Night Care Assistant - Bank with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £13.75 an hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 12 Sep 2026.

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