Care Assistant - Care Home
Integrated Care System - Gateshead, England
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As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by providing quality care and support. Your duties include assisting with daily living, offering companionship, and sharing memorable moments. This role allows you to bring dedication and compassion to a rewarding environment. Main duties of the jobEvery day is different, involving tasks such as supporting residents with food and drink, following care plans, and ensuring one-to-one time with residents. It's an opportunity to use your skills meaningfully and develop your career. About usBarchester Healthcare is a leading UK provider of high-quality care home services, operating over 200 care homes offering residential, nursing, and specialist care. We are committed to person-centered care that promotes independence, dignity, and wellbeing. Job responsibilitiesAbout the role:As a Care Assistant, you'll help residents enjoy each day through quality care and support. Tasks include supporting with food and drink, following care plans, and providing individual attention. This role is ideal for applying your skills and advancing your career. About you:To join us, you should have some experience caring for older people, a proactive approach, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warmth will shine, and your compassion is essential to delivering top-quality care. We provide comprehensive training to help you succeed. Rewards packageIn return, you'll receive a competitive salary and benefits such as: Free training and development Wellbeing and support tools Retail discounts and savings Referral bonuses Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards And much more! If you're eager to use your people skills in a caring organization, this is a fulfilling opportunity. Person SpecificationQualificationsExperience caring for older people, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Empathy and warmth are vital, along with compassion to deliver high standards of care. Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 to ensure suitability for working with vulnerable adults.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-07-12