Care Assistant - Care Home

Integrated Care System; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established care home provider is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant in Great Yarmouth. This rewarding role involves providing support, companionship, and quality care to residents. Candidates should possess a strong empathetic nature and good communication skills, and will be offered training and excellent benefits in return for their commitment.

Benefits

Free training and development

Access to wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme

Employee of the Month awards

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Experience caring for older people.
• Can-do attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Empathy and warmth are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including food and drink.
• Provide companionship and ensure each resident receives individual attention.
• Follow care plans and support the emotional well-being of residents.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Job description

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by providing quality care and support. You'll assist with daily living, offer companionship, and share memorable moments. This role allows you to bring dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment.

Main duties of the job

Every day is different, offering varied and rewarding tasks. As a Care Assistant, you might support residents with their food and drinks, follow care plans, or ensure each resident receives one-to-one attention. It's an opportunity to use your skills meaningfully and develop your career.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading UK care home provider, committed to high-quality resident care. We offer a rewarding work environment, competitive pay, and excellent benefits.

Job responsibilities

About the Role: As a Care Assistant, you'll ensure residents receive the care and support they deserve, assisting with daily activities, providing companionship, and sharing special moments. Every day will bring new experiences, allowing you to develop your skills and career.

About You: To join us, you should have some experience caring for older people, a proactive attitude, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warmth will shine, and you'll have the compassion necessary to deliver top-quality care. We will provide all necessary training to help you succeed.

Rewards Package:

In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary, sector-leading benefits, and rewards including:

• Free training and development
• Access to wellbeing and support tools
• Retail discounts and savings
• Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme
• Employee of the Month awards and Long Service Awards

And much more!

If you're looking to use your people skills in an organization that provides the quality care you'd want for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to work.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Experience caring for older people, a can-do attitude, and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warmth will be evident, along with the compassion needed to deliver high-standard care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure application will be made to check for any criminal convictions.