Care Assistant

Elysium Healthcare Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents in a care home. You'll assist with daily living tasks, provide companionship, and follow care plans. Ideal candidates will have experience caring for older individuals and possess excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including free training, wellbeing support, and various rewards for dedication and performance.

Benefits

Free training and development

Access to wellbeing and support tools

Range of retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee awards and recognition

Qualifications

• Experience caring for older people.
• Compassionate and warm-hearted approach.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Provide companionship and support.
• Follow care plans and ensure one-to-one time.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Can-do approach

Job description

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 is 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!