Regional Care Assistant

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift. ABOUT YOU A background in care is important for the role of Regional Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful, as would a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one.

Main duties of the job

As a Regional Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will provide warm, empathetic, and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius, helping residents make the most of life. Responsibilities include monitoring care delivery, contributing to care planning, and recording resident observations such as temperature and blood pressure. The role requires providing support and companionship, ensuring residents enjoy meaningful one-to-one time with carers. Candidates should have a background in care, a good understanding of elderly care, and ideally a Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care. A C grade or above in GCSE English and Maths is desirable. Traveling is integral to the role, necessitating a personal vehicle or access to one. Mileage for travel over 5 miles from the primary home is covered. Successful inspections resulting in a 'Good' rating during your shift may lead to a bonus. Barchester rewards employees with competitive pay and a sector-leading benefits package, including free training, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and more.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is dedicated to providing exceptional care to residents across multiple care homes. Committed to high standards, they emphasize a warm, empathetic, and respectful care approach. They believe in maximizing the quality of life for residents by ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve. With a focus on resident-centered care planning and observation, Barchester ensures that all employees are equipped with sector-leading training and development. They are inclusive, embracing experience from diverse care backgrounds, and they prioritize both the professional growth and well-being of their staff. Barchester's rewards package reflects their commitment to employee satisfaction, offering competitive salaries, health and well-being tools, and various incentives. The organization holds a high regard for dedication and compassion in all caregiving roles, fostering an environment where meaningful one-to-one time between caregivers and residents is valued. They also promote continuous improvement through bonuses tied to inspection outcomes.

Details

• Date posted: 21 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £14.21 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1528813632
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Ashington, NE63 8HE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.

ABOUT YOUA background in care is important for the role of Regional Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful, as would a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus.

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 care experience 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.