Compassionate Care Assistant — Training & Benefits

Barchester Healthcare; Durgates; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development for all

Wellbeing tools and support

Retail discounts and savings

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month and Long Service

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is looking for a Care Assistant to support residents with daily living, meals, and companionship in a warm care home. You’ll follow care plans, document needs, and help create a safe, comfortable environment.

You don’t need extensive previous experience; some caring exposure helps. We offer training, wellbeing tools, staff discounts, Refer a Friend bonus, and long-service awards as part of a sector-leading rewards package.

Qualifications

• Experience with elderly care or caring for others.
• Can-do attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Empathy and warm-hearted approach to delivering high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and personal support.
• Support residents with meals and hydration following individual care plans.
• Provide companionship and engage residents in meaningful activities.

Skills

Elderly care experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is looking for a Care Assistant to support residents with daily living, meals, and companionship in a warm care home. You’ll follow care plans, document needs, and help create a safe, comfortable environment.

You don’t need extensive previous experience; some caring exposure helps. We offer training, wellbeing tools, staff discounts, Refer a Friend bonus, and long-service awards as part of a sector-leading rewards package.