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 Night Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare in Taunton, you'll be responsible for providing quality care and support to residents, ensuring they enjoy each day. Your duties will involve assisting with daily living activities, offering companionship, and creating memorable moments. You will support residents with their meals, follow care plans, and ensure personalized one-on-one time with each resident. The role requires a compassionate, empathetic approach, and excellent communication skills. You'll be part of a team that values dedication and offers thorough training to enhance your career. In return for your commitment, you will benefit from free training, development opportunities, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and rewards for exemplary performance.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care and support for elderly individuals in the United Kingdom. With a focus on delivering the highest standard of care, Barchester Healthcare operates numerous care homes across the country. Their services include various types of elderly care, catering to the diverse needs of their residents. The organisation prides itself on creating an environment where residents can enjoy quality care and support while maintaining dignity and respect. Employees working at Barchester Healthcare are provided with comprehensive training and development opportunities, creating a supportive workplace where staff are encouraged to grow in their careers while making a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Details

• Date posted: 19 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.21 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1518642569
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Taunton, TA1 5HF, 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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