# Part Time Care Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/part-time-care-assistant/d8e46a0e-da5a-43ab-b08f-35ef6cc19401 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/part-time-care-assistant/d8e46a0e-da5a-43ab-b08f-35ef6cc19401.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Salary:** £13.50 an hour - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-09-06T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-08T19:01:52.237Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7426?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1524809248&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### Job summary Twilight shift 5pm 10pm, includes alternate weekendsABOUT 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 referra ### Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will be supporting senior residents in a care home setting. The position involves helping with daily living, providing support and companionship, and ensuring that residents receive high-quality care. The role requires empathy, dedication, and great communication skills. You will have opportunities to develop your career with the free training provided. The position also comes with a rewards package including sector-leading benefits, retail discounts, and support tools. Work involves twilight shifts from 5 pm to 10 pm, including alternate weekends. The role is suited for someone who has experience in caring for older adults and who has a compassionate approach. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older people, ensuring they enjoy each day. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, known for high-quality support and for creating fulfilling environments for residents and staff alike. The company operates a number of facilities across the country, providing personalized and specialized care in a variety of settings. They prioritize not just the physical well-being of residents but also their emotional and social well-being, creating vibrant communities in which people can thrive. Barchester is dedicated to supporting its staff with training and development opportunities and offers a range of benefits to ensure employee satisfaction. The organization's culture is built on the principles of respect, integrity, and care, making it a rewarding place for people who are looking to use their skills to make a significant difference. By fostering a nurturing environment for both residents and staff, Barchester aims to deliver the highest standards of care that we would expect for our loved ones. ### Details - Date posted: 08 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £13.50 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1524809248 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Henfield, BN5 9UY, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Twilight shift 5pm 10pm, includes alternate weekends 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. 0854 ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Experience in caring for older people and excellent communication skills. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.