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Care Assistant - Bank - Care HomeNHS

Bedlington, NE22 6LA Bank £13.21
Posted 20 August 2026 Closing date 19 October 2026
Bedlington Rail Station (1.2 miles, direct) Northumberland Park (Tyne & Wear Metro Station) (7.8 miles, direct) High School bus park (8.5 miles, direct)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank 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 Bank 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 As well

Main duties of the job

This job is a Bank Care Assistant position at Barchester Healthcare located in Bedlington. It is a casual, part-time role providing flexible working hours. As a care assistant, the primary responsibility is to ensure the residents receive quality care and support. This includes assisting with daily living activities, providing companionship, and helping with meals and care plans. Candidates should have experience in caring for older adults, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate nature. While the position offers competitive pay and flexibility, the hours and days of work can vary, and training is provided for staff development.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank 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 YOUTo join us as a Bank 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 PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, offering a wide range of services and a focus on quality care and support for residents. They aim to provide fulfilling environments for both staff and residents, promoting personal growth and well-being. With a strong emphasis on training and development, Barchester Healthcare takes the growth of all employees seriously, providing opportunities for professional advancement. The organisation prides itself on delivering the standard of care that one would expect for their loved ones.

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