General AssistantNHS

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful. ABOUT YOU People in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: 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

Main duties of the job

As a General Assistant at Barchester care home, you'll engage in various tasks to ensure that residents receive the quality care they deserve. This role covers housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and catering responsibilities, making it diverse and essential in creating a warm environment. The role demands empathy and care as you'll be fostering meaningful relationships with residents. Individuals from various backgrounds can excel in this position as long as they possess qualities like reliability, compassion, and willingness to make a difference. While experience isn't necessary, being handy with diverse tasks will be beneficial. Barchester provides comprehensive training and opportunities to enhance skills further. The organization is known for offering competitive salaries and one of the most attractive rewards packages in the care sector. Benefits include free training and development opportunities, access to support tools, retail discounts, and incentives like the 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme and 'Employee of the Month' rewards. The role thus represents a chance to use practical skills for a rewarding career that benefits the community and enriches personal growth.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful.

ABOUT YOUPeople in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

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'

If you'd like to use your can-do approach and 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 prominent provider of high-quality care in the UK, operating a network of care homes that offer a wide range of services tailored to the needs of residents. This organization is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support across its facilities, aiming to create homely environments where residents can thrive and feel valued. Barchester is known for its comprehensive care solutions, which include nursing care, dementia care, and residential care, among others, ensuring that all health and personal care needs are met with utmost professionalism and empathy. Employees at Barchester are part of a community that values reliability and compassion, crucial qualities for making a positive impact in residents' lives. The company places significant importance on the development and well-being of its staff, offering extensive training and development opportunities to refine skills and advance careers. Additionally, Barchester's rewards package underscores its commitment to employee satisfaction and retention, thus fostering a supportive and thriving workplace.