Night Care Assistant

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 Barchester's care home, you'll play a vital role in helping residents enjoy their daily lives. Your tasks will include assisting with daily living, offering companionship, and ensuring residents receive quality care and support. Each day will present new experiences, making the role both rewarding and varied. You'll help with everything from supporting residents with meals to following care plans and spending one-on-one time with residents. We're looking for individuals with experience in caring for older people, a proactive attitude, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and compassion are key to delivering high-standard care. We offer training to help you succeed and grow in your career. We also provide a competitive salary along with a sector-leading rewards package that includes free training, retail discounts, and various awards and bonuses. If you're committed to delivering quality care in a supportive environment, this is a great opportunity.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of health and social care services in the UK. They operate a wide range of care homes and hospitals, providing premium care to thousands of residents and patients across the country. At Barchester Healthcare, the focus is on delivering high-quality care and support tailored to the individual needs of each resident. They pride themselves on fostering a warm and engaging environment where residents feel valued and supported. Barchester Healthcare is committed to making a difference in the lives of the elderly and others in need of care through compassionate service and a dedication to excellence. They offer varied and rewarding career opportunities to those who are passionate about providing exemplary care and making a positive impact on people's lives.

Details

• Date posted: 16 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.21 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1527346020
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Newport, PO30 2EP, 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 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.

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