Care Home Assistant — Varied Care, Catering & Housekeeping

Barchester Healthcare; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 15,153; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Wellbeing support tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the Month

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Care Home Assistant to support residents and contribute across care, housekeeping and catering in a warm, home-like environment. You’ll help with everyday tasks, engage residents, and learn new skills in a supportive team.

You’ll be part of a home that values training, wellbeing, and flexible progression toward full-time roles as opportunities arise.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and team-working abilities.
• Positive, can-do attitude with flexibility across tasks.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different roles (care, housekeeping, catering).

Responsibilities

• Assist with care duties and one-to-one resident support.
• Contribute to housekeeping and catering tasks to maintain a homely environment.
• Assist with meal preparation and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Care Home Assistant to support residents and contribute across care, housekeeping and catering in a warm, home-like environment. You’ll help with everyday tasks, engage residents, and learn new skills in a supportive team.

You’ll be part of a home that values training, wellbeing, and flexible progression toward full-time roles as opportunities arise.